Which of the Following Is True About the Effectiveness of Harsh

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true about the effectiveness of harsh punishments as deterrents to crime?

A) The threat of harsh punishment does not necessarily reduce crime.
B) The threat of harsh punishment only deters offenders from committing certain offenses,such as murder,robbery,or assault.
C) The threat of harsh punishments only deters crime among certain offenders,such as those who are employed and have a family.
D) The threat of harsh punishments almost always deters crime.