[Solved] Which is an instance of criminal attempt?

Q.	Which is an instance of criminal attempt?
A.	A procures color with an intent to make false coins
B.	A is in possession of some obscene photographs and he thought of publishing them
C.	A, with an intent to kill B, administers sugar thinking it to be poison-powder.
D.	None of the above.
Answer» D. None of the above.

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