Research Shows That States with the Death Penalty Have

question 13

Multiple Choice

Research shows that states with the death penalty have

• A)lower homicide rates than states without the death penalty.
• B)higher homicide rates than states without the death penalty.
• C)similar homicide rates to states without the death penalty.
• D)reduced their homicide rates since reintroducing the death penalty.

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Definitions:

Debt-To-Equity Ratio

A financial ratio indicating the relative proportion of shareholders' equity and debt used to finance a company's assets, calculated as total liabilities divided by shareholders' equity.

Financing Structure

The mix of debt and equity that a company uses to finance its operations and growth.

Par Value

The face value of a bond or stock as specified by the corporate charter, which is the minimum amount per share that shareholders will receive in the event of the corporation's liquidation.

Market Rate

The current price or cost of goods, services, or commodities as determined by the market supply and demand.