Jack unintentionally killed John. He had no intention of doing so. Originally, at common law, would he have been found guilty of murder based on these facts alone?

a. Yes, there was no mens rea requirement.
b. No, Jack did not possess a guilty mind.
c. Yes, Jack was clearly morally blameworthy.
d. No, there was no concurrence.


a. Yes, there was no mens rea requirement.

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