A Crime in Which the Defendant Is Guilty Regardless of His

question 54

Multiple Choice

A crime in which the defendant is guilty regardless of his or her state of mind at the time of the act is known as a(n) _________ ​

• A)tort.
• B)infraction.
• C)strict liability.
• D)inchoate offense.

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Definitions:

State of Nature

A term often used in decision theory and statistics to describe scenarios or conditions that are beyond the control of decision-makers, such as market trends or natural disasters.

Maximin Criterion

A decision-making principle that suggests choosing the option with the greatest minimum payoff, particularly under uncertainty, to ensure the best worst-case outcome.

Population Trends

Patterns of change in the size, composition, and distribution of human populations over time.

Dwelling Type

Dwelling type refers to the classification of residential units based on their structure, design, and functionality, such as apartments, houses, or townhomes.