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Facts: Kai, a vehicle service attendant at a residential complex, obtains a spare key from the complex’s service staff and uses it to start a parked sedan belonging to Ms. Liza without her consent. He drives away with the car and plans to deliver it to a chop shop to settle a debt. After about 9 hours, the police intercept him and recover the vehicle in good condition. Liza reports the incident to the police. (a)Is Kai liable for carnapping under Republic Act No. 10883, as amended by Republic Act No. 11235? Identify the elements of the offense and apply them to the facts. (b)If Kai’s sole intention at the time of taking was to borrow the car for one day and return it intact, would this conduct still constitute carnapping? Explain the doctrinal basis and, if not, indicate what other offense, if any, might be applicable.