All of the following terms are associated with the Model Penal Code's substantial step test EXCEPT ______.
A) lying
B) surveying
C) soliciting
D) lawful

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The Model Penal Code's substantial step test is used to determine if someone has taken a significant action towards committing a crime. Terms like lying, surveying, and soliciting are actions that could be considered substantial steps in the commission of a crime. However, "lawful" does not fit as it generally refers to actions that are legal, not steps towards committing a crime.

All of the Following Terms Are Associated with the Model