Two friends buy a boat together. One of the men becomes angry at the other and tears up the boat that they purchased together. What offense, if any, has been committed?

a. Disorderly conduct
b. Criminal mischief
c. Assault
d. Reckless damage or destruction


Answer: b. Criminal mischief

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