After collecting data, a researcher determines that states that have instituted a death penalty have shown a decrease in murders. Assuming that the data are accurate, what can you safely conclude?
a. The relationship has been brought about by another variable.
b. States that do not have a death penalty should institute one as a deterrent to violent crime.
c. There are fewer murders in states that have a death penalty.
d. It is likely that violent criminals have moved to states that do not yet have a death penalty.
Answer: c. There are fewer murders in states that have a death penalty.
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