An off-duty peace officer is dining at a local restaurant with their family. When they ask for the bill, the owner says it is 'on the house' as a thank you for their service. According to the Canons of Police Ethics, what is the most appropriate action for the officer to take?
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A
Accept the meal but leave an extra-large cash tip to cover the cost.
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B
Politely decline the offer and insist on paying for the meal.
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C
Accept the meal, as it was freely offered and not solicited.
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D
Thank the owner and inform their supervisor of the gratuity the next day.