The concept of general deterrence holds that

a. as people age they commit fewer crimes

b. if guardians become increasingly motivated, there will be less crime.
c. motivated people will violate the law if left unrestricted.
d. the decision to commit crime can be controlled by the threat of criminal punishment.


d

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