A Crime That Is Punishable by Less Than a Year

question 74

Multiple Choice

A crime that is punishable by less than a year in prison is a(n) :

• A) misdemeanor
• B) felony
• C) assault
• D) tort
• E) none of the other specific choices are correct

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Definitions:

Economic Concern

Issues or situations that affect the well-being of an economy, such as inflation, unemployment, and economic growth.

Double-Digit Inflation

An inflation rate that reaches or exceeds 10%, indicating rapid increases in prices.

Double-Digit Unemployment

A situation where the unemployment rate reaches or exceeds 10 percent, indicating a high level of joblessness.

Stagflation

A condition of slow economic growth and relatively high unemployment—a period of stagflation—accompanied by rising prices (inflation).