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In "The Piece of String," why does Malandain tell the mayor that Hauchecorne took the pocketbook?








A.
Malandain knows that Hauchecorne picked up the pocketbook.







B.
Malandain hopes to force the real thief into the open.







C.
Malandain has a grudge against Hauchecorne.







D.
Malandain wants to gain the villagers' trust.