A person commits ______ when he takes property by force or threatens the imminent use of force.

Robbery is the correct answer because it specifically involves taking property from a person or immediate presence through the use of force or the threat of imminent force. This crime is defined by its confrontational nature, where the victim perceives a real threat to their safety, which compels them to relinquish their property.

In contrast, theft generally refers to the unlawful taking of someone's property without their consent, but it does not necessarily involve force or the threat of force. Burglary is characterized by unlawfully entering a building with the intent to commit a crime inside, which differs from the immediate interaction between a thief and victim inherent in robbery. Larceny, similar to theft, involves the unlawful taking of someone else's property, but it does not involve direct confrontation or intimidation like robbery does. The elements of force or intimidation are essential in distinguishing robbery from these other property crimes.