Which of the following best describes an attempt under MCL 750.92?

An attempt under MCL 750.92 is best described by the action of taking steps toward the completion of a crime. This statute outlines that a person is guilty of an attempt if they engage in conduct that is a substantial step toward committing a crime, showing clear intent to carry out the unlawful act.

The focus is on the actions taken by the individual rather than mere planning or abandonment. Simply planning a crime without taking concrete steps does not meet the legal threshold of an attempt. Likewise, abandoning a crime after preparation lacks the necessary action toward its commission. Additionally, convincing someone to commit a crime pertains to solicitation rather than the individual's attempt to directly commit the crime themselves. Therefore, the accurate portrayal of an attempt is rooted in the substantial actions directed at completing a criminal act.