A man is driving home from work and is speeding in a residential neighborhood. He is going 55 mph in a 25 mph posted zone, exceeding the speed limit by 30 miles per hour. He hits a child playing in the street. The child dies one week later in the hospital

What crime has the man committed?

A) Premeditated homicide
B) Voluntary manslaughter
C) Involuntary manslaughter
D) First degree intentional homicide


Answer: C

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