The difference between the crimes of murder and manslaughter is the existence of_________ in the mind of the perpetrator at the moment the offense takes place

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word


malice OR malice aforethought

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Individuals with modified AGI of $100,000 can deduct against active or portfolio income losses of up to $25,000 from real estate rental activities in which they actively participate.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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An example of an unearned revenue account for prepaid services does not include

a. Unearned Interest Revenue; b. Unearned Maintenance Revenue; c. Unearned Subscription Revenue; d. Unearned Insurance Revenue; e. Unearned Merchandise Inventory

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Revenues and expenses should be recorded in the same period in which they relate

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Sally was in a bar at the counter enjoying her drink, when a another patron Bev, who was drunk accused her of making eyes at her favourite bartender

Sally ignored this whereupon Bev hit her in her face causing a slight cut and attempted to grab her hair. Sally pushed Bev down whereupon two men held onto Bev to prevent her from continuing her attack. Sally then threw a bottle of beer at Bertha, striking her below her eye. Which of the following statements best describes the legal position? A) Sally did not commit any torts B) Sally is not liable for any tort as she can claim self defence C) Bev cannot successfully sue Sally as Bev started the entire incident D) Bev committed the tort of negligence E) Sally committed the tort of battery against Bev

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