Which of the Following Is True Regarding the Empirical Evidence

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true regarding the empirical evidence of a deterrent effect from the death penalty?

A) Studies show a substantial general deterrent effect .
B) Studies show a substantial specific deterrent effect.
C) Studies show that the death penalty is not an effective deterrent.
D) The death penalty is not effective as we practice it today. However, returning to past execution practices would have a deterrent effect.