Multiple Choice. What distinguishes a felony from a misdemeanor?(1 point)

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Felonies involve offenses against property, while misdemeanors involve offenses against persons.
Felonies involve offenses against property, while misdemeanors involve offenses against persons.

Felonies are attempted crimes, while misdemeanors are completed crimes.
Felonies are attempted crimes, while misdemeanors are completed crimes.

Felonies carry a sentence of one year or greater in prison, while misdemeanors typically involve a fine and a term of less than one year in jail.
Felonies carry a sentence of one year or greater in prison, while misdemeanors typically involve a fine and a term of less than one year in jail.

Felonies are less serious than misdemeanors.

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Felonies carry a sentence of one year or greater in prison, while misdemeanors typically involve a fine and a term of less than one year in jail.