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X intended to kill A but instead killed B, whom he had no intention to kill. Under which doctrine X is liable for the murder of B

A. Doctrine of mens rea

B. Doctrine of transfer of malice

C. Doctrine of extended malice

D. Doctrine of agency

Answer: Option B


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