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schs14

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is the state of being aware that a risk does or will exist and nevertheless acting in a way that consciously disregards this risk.
 
  a. Recklessness
  b. Negligence
  c. Premeditation
  d. Carelessness

Question 2

A homicide that results from the offender's carelessness, but occurs when the offender lacks intent is classified as:
 
  a. first degree murder.
  b. second degree murder.
  c. voluntary manslaughter.
  d. involuntary manslaughter.



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Answer to Question 1

a

Answer to Question 2

d





 

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