George goes to Bill's house late one night intending to steal Bill's gold coin collection.Unknown to George,Bill has purchased a Doberman Pinscher dog.As soon as George sticks his head through the house's window,the Doberman attacks and bites George's nose.George shakes the dog loose and flees.The most serious offense George has committed is:

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George's actions constitute burglary because he entered Bill's property with the intent to commit theft, which is a key element of burglary. The presence of the dog and the subsequent attack do not change the nature of his initial intent.

George Goes to Bill's House Late One Night Intending to Steal