While on patrol, you observe your partner, who has more seniority than you, accept a free meal from a local restaurant owner. Department policy strictly prohibits accepting any gratuities. What is the most appropriate initial action to take?
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A
Report your partner to your supervisor at the end of the shift to ensure the policy is enforced.
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B
Ignore the situation to avoid creating a conflict with a senior and more experienced officer.
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C
Privately and respectfully remind your partner of the department's policy against gratuities.
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D
Make a joke about the "free perks" of the job but make sure to pay for your own meal.