Using a loaded firearm, “A” and “B” attempt to rob a service station. Before any property is taken, the victim shoots and kills “A.” Under current doctrine of proximate cause and the felony murder rule:

a. the victim committed involuntary manslaughter.
b. “B” is guilty of first-degree murder.
c. “B” is guilty of robbery and murder.
d. “B” is guilty of attempted robbery.


d. “B” is guilty of attempted robbery.

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