Question

If we get rid of the death penalty, it will only cause more crime. We need to keep the death penalty, so that crime will be reduced. What is faulty about this argument?

Answer 1

Answer:

The death penalty actually costs more to tax payers than just keeping them in the prisons until they die.

Explanation:

Some people are also wrongfully convicted but end up being sentenced to death over nothing.

Answer 2

Answer:

A. The argument presented is circular.

Explanation:

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