The difference between purposely and knowingly mens rea is:

a. purposely is specific intent and knowingly is general intent
b. purposely indicates active intent and knowingly is specific intent
c. purposely is scienter and knowingly is being aware of the risk
d. purposely is specific intent and knowingly is ignoring the risk


A

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