Question

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complete this quiz to finish the assignment for cte intro law legal studies b: term as- period 1 - rm 252 due on feb 5, 2026
why is larceny considered a property crime?
question 2 of 5
because it involves the theft of property. because it is directed at an individual.
because it is directed at an individual and harms them. because it involves the theft of property from an individual.

Explanation:

Larceny is defined as the unlawful taking and carrying away of someone else's personal property with the intent to permanently deprive the owner of it. A property crime is one that involves the interference with a person's property rights. The core of larceny is the theft of property, so it is classified as a property crime. The option "Because it involves the theft of property" directly addresses this core aspect. The other options focus on being directed at an individual, which is more characteristic of crimes against persons (like assault, battery) rather than property crimes.

Answer:

A. Because it involves the theft of property.