All but One of the Following Are Synonyms

question 84

Multiple Choice

All but one of the following are synonyms. Which word does not mean excision of all or part of a lung?

• A) Pleurectomy
• B) Pneumectomy
• C) Pneumonectomy
• D) Pulmonectomy

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Definitions:

Actus Reus

The physical act of committing a crime, as opposed to the mental intent to commit the crime.

Responsible Corporate Officer Doctrine

A common law doctrine under which the court may impose criminal liability on a corporate officer for actions of employees under her or his supervision regardless of whether she or he participated in, directed, or even knew about those actions.

Criminal Vicarious Liability Doctrine

A legal principle holding one person or entity responsible for the criminal actions of another, typically in an employer-employee relationship.

Corporate Criminal Doctrine

A legal theory that attributes criminal liability to corporations and their executives for acts that are illegal under the law, acknowledging that entities can be responsible for criminal behavior.