Question

A plans a robbery with B but decides not to participate. However, A arrives at the scene and watches B commit the robbery. Under Section 54, what is A's legal status? 

A A remains only an abettor since he did not physically participate
B A shall be deemed to have committed the robbery itself
C A's punishment is reduced since he was merely present
D A cannot be prosecuted as he changed his mind about participation
E A is liable only if he provided assistance during the robbery
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