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Question 10 • CMS 2026-2027 Founding Principles of the US and NC: Civic Literacy CREDIT RECOVERY

Which scenario would be considered a crime?

Answer
A
failing to stop at a stop sign
B
sending an offensive text message
C
lying to your parents
D
leaving trash bags in your basement

Explanation

Failing to stop at a stop sign violates traffic law and can result in a ticket or other legal penalty, so it is considered an offense. Lying to your parents and leaving trash in your basement are not crimes by themselves. An offensive text message is not necessarily a crime; it would depend on its content and circumstances.

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