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A wrong committed by one person against another (or against the property of another) that might result in a civil trial is:

  • A. a tort.
  • B. a crime.
  • C. a misdemeanor.
  • D. a felony.
Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Torts are wrongs committed by one person against another person (or against the property of another), which might result in civil trials. A crime is also defined as a wrong against a person or their property but is considered to be against the public as well. Misdemeanors are crimes that are commonly punishable with fines or imprisonment for less than one year, with both or with parole. A felony is a serious crime punishable by imprisonment in a State or Federal penitentiary for more than one year.