In criminal law, the Felony Murder Rule provides that a defendant will be guilty of murder if a death resulted from the commission, attempted commission, or immediate flight from a dangerous felony. If Defendant was found guilty of grand theft-auto after carjacking Sandra's new Camaro, which of the following facts would be the most important in finding Defendant guilty of murdering Victor Victim?

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That Defendant was driving a stolen vehicle when he hit and killed Victor. Answer D is the correct answer because it establishes a direct connection between Defendant's felony (car theft) and Victor's death. Answer A is not correct because Defendant was not convicted of speeding and because speeding (generally) is not a felony. Answer B is not correct because intent to kill is not necessary for the Felony Murder Rule to apply. Answer C is not correct because it is irrelevant for purposes of the Felony Murder Rule.

In Criminal Law, the Felony Murder Rule Provides That a Defendant