Aaron mistakenly believed that Bob was attempting to kill him. Bob intended Aaron no harm. In defense, Aaron killed Bob. The jury decides that Aaron’s belief is genuine but unreasonable. Which of the following verdicts should be delivered?

A. not guilty
B. guilty of first-degree murder
C. guilty of second-degree murder
D. guilty of manslaughter


Answer: D

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