?John is robbing Radio Shack with his partner Eric. Eric becomes impatient with the store owner and waves his gun, which goes off accidentally. The bullet ricochets off a metal table and strikes John, killing him. What crime has Eric committed?

A. ?manslaughter
B. ?felony murder
C. ?negligent homicide
D. ?accidental homicide


Answer: B

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