Peyton Is Accused of Purposely Shooting and Killing Bill During

question 11

Multiple Choice

Peyton is accused of purposely shooting and killing Bill during a deer hunting trip.At trial,Peyton argues that the shooting was not intentional but rather an unfortunate accident.To try to convince the jury that Peyton intentionally killed Bill,the prosecutor could reasonably seek to prove that:

• A)Peyton earned the marksmanship badge as a Boy Scout.
• B)Peyton is an experience hunter.
• C)Peyton had a motive to kill Bill.
• D)Peyton does not have a hunting license.

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