A plaintiff from Kentucky sues a defendant from Ohio in federal court for $80,000 in damages arising from a car accident. The defendant moves to dismiss for lack of subject matter jurisdiction. How should the court rule?
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A
Deny the motion, because diversity of citizenship exists and the amount in controversy exceeds $75,000
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B
Grant the motion, because car accident claims must be brought in state court
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C
Grant the motion, because the amount in controversy must exceed $100,000
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D
Deny the motion, because federal courts have jurisdiction over all tort claims