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A is at work with a hatchet, the head files off and kills a man who is standing near by. No want of proper caution on the part of A. His act is:

A. Murder

B. Culpable homicide not murder

C. His act is excusable, not an offence

D. Causing death by negligence

Answer: Option C


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