After Collecting Data,a Researcher Determines That Places That Have Instituted

question 10

Multiple Choice

After collecting data,a researcher determines that places that have instituted a death penalty have shown a decrease in murders.Assuming that the data are accurate,what can be safely concluded?

• A)The relationship has been determined by another variable.
• B)Places that do not have a death penalty should consider instituting one as a deterrent to violent crime.
• C)There are fewer murders in places that have a death penalty.
• D)It is likely that violent criminals have moved to places that do not yet have a death penalty.

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Definitions:

Preemptive Strike

A military or strategic attack intended to neutralize a perceived imminent threat from an opponent before that threat can harm the party making the strike.

Mutual Rescission

An agreement between two parties to terminate their contract, effectively returning them to their pre-contractual positions.

Accord and Satisfaction

Resolution of a debt obligation where the debtor offers payment lower than the total amount due and the creditor agrees, thereby settling the dispute.

Compensatory Damages

Monetary compensation awarded to a plaintiff to cover losses or injuries that result from the defendant's actions.