In the heat of an argument, a young woman accidentally throws a pot of flowers from a window in her office, which is located on the second floor. The pot falls on a passerby's head, and he dies immediately. Which of the following crimes did the woman commit?
A. First-degree murder
B. Involuntary manslaughter
C. Second-degree murder
D. Voluntary manslaughter
Answer: B
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