Janice, a recently new mother, is driving home and stuck in traffic on a major freeway. Janice, suffering from depression and stress, can't handle listening to her baby cry any longer. Janice pulls over and leaves her newborn on the side of the road. A Good Samaritan calls for help and Janice is arrested. Which of the following punishments best suits Janice's conduct?
a. 1st degree felony
b. 2nd degree felony
c. 3rd degree felony
d. Capital felony
Answer: b. 2nd degree felony
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