Which one of the following best describes the relationship between crimes and torts? $($Choose the correct answer.$)$

Question $7$Answer

a$.$

The standard of proof for a criminal action is that the crime is more likely to have occurred than not.

b$.$

If a driver speeds excessively and causes injury to a person, the prosecutor must choose whether to allow a tort action or a criminal action.

c$.$

A tort action is a public matter, whereas a criminal action is a private matter between the wrongdoer and the victim.

d$.$

If a crime is prosecuted no further court action is permitted; the wrongdoer need face only one court proceeding.

e$.$

The level of proof for a tort action is different from that for a criminal action. As a result there can be different outcomes for a criminal action compared to a tort action involving the same facts.