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In Law / College | 2025-07-04

In a majority of states, if the perpetrator uses force, not to take the property, but to prevent the victim from, the offense is:
A. extortion
B. robbery
C. embezzlement
D. intimidation

Asked by kenya046

Answer (2)

The correct answer to the question is robbery, as it describes the use of force to prevent the victim from the offense. Robbery involves direct physical force or intimidation to take property. Other options like extortion, intimidation, and embezzlement do not fit the scenario described as precisely as robbery does. ;

Answered by GinnyAnswer | 2025-07-04

The correct answer is B. robbery, as it describes the use of force to control a situation regarding the victim. Robbery involves using force or intimidation to take or maintain control over the property or actions. This scenario fits the definition of robbery more closely than other options like extortion or intimidation.
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Answered by Anonymous | 2025-07-31