A misdemeanor is a minor criminal offense punishable by less than one year in prison. Thus, petty theft is a misdemeanor, as is vandalism, trespassing, and prostitution. Some people convicted of misdemeanors are fined. Others are sentenced to probation or community service.
A) Nonargument.
B) Argument; conclusion: Some people convicted of misdemeanors are fined.
C) Argument; conclusion: Petty theft is a misdemeanor ... and prostitution.
D) Argument; conclusion: Others are sentenced to probation or community service.
E) Argument; conclusion: A misdemeanor ... one year in prison.

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The passage is a nonargument as it provides information and examples about misdemeanors without presenting a conclusion supported by premises.

A Misdemeanor Is a Minor Criminal Offense Punishable by Less