Which Statement Is Accurate Concerning Capital Punishment Worldwide

question 77

Multiple Choice

Which statement is accurate concerning capital punishment worldwide?

• A) Most countries have the death penalty.
• B) Most countries no longer use the death penalty.
• C) Five European countries still practice the death penalty.
• D) Only democratic nations have abolished the death penalty.

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