Mitchell had read a novel in which the characters had played Russian roulette. He discussed the book with his brother. During the conversation Mitchell got out a loaded pistol and dared his brother to pull the trigger. Mitchell didn't believe that his brother would actually pull the trigger but he did. Fortunately, the hammer struck on an empty chamber and his brother was unhurt. For his actions Mitchell may be charged with
A. gross negligence
B. aggravated assault
C. unintended battery
D. reckless endangerment
Answer: D
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