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Some people say that death penalty is the only way to decrease the rate of crime. while others believe that there are other better ways. Discuss both ideas and give your own opinion.

In modern society,
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 number of people have differing ideas as regards
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the
death
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penalty
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 as a sole diminisher of
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crime
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the crime
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 rate. One side believes that
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death
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penalty
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 is the only method to decrease
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crime
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 rate
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 others argue that there are better ways
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 the same ultimate goal.
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, I would argue that the
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penalty
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 would be
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 choice. On one hand, people who are in
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 of the
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penalty
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 believe it is the most vital tool to prevent any future
crimes
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, saying the fear of facing capital punishment serves as a powerful instrument, blocking individuals from engaging in
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.
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 effect is associated with the severity of the punishment, which sends a clear message to the community that the
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 will not be tolerated.
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, it is generally believed that
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death
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penalty
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 can provide a sense of justice for victims and their families, especially in instances of
crimes
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 where the most damage is done psychologically rather than
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 or
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.
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, some people, including me, believe that despite the
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penalty
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 may give a sense of justice to some, its flaws and ethical dilemmas
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 the exploration of alternative approaches to
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 reduction necessary. Investing in education and rehabilitation programs for criminals can help us find actual reasons that end up with criminal activity.
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, the effectiveness of the
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penalty
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 as a discouragement tool is
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 debatable topic. Most statistics have proven that its effect on
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 rates is various in different countries.
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, in cases of wrongful conviction, the ethical side of executing a potentially innocent person arouses serious concerns. In conclusion, considering the dangers of
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death
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penalty
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 and other means of preventing
crimes
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, I have come to the conclusion that the
crime
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 rate could be diminished without the active involvement of
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death
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the death
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penalty
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.

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task achievement
Develop your arguments with more detailed examples. Many points are mentioned generally without any specific proof or study to support it. Consider adding statistics, real-life cases, or authoritative sources to reinforce your arguments.
coherence cohesion
Work on the paragraphing and transition between ideas for better readability. While your essay does have a structure, some paragraphs seem to jump from one idea to another rather abruptly. Utilize transition phrases like 'Furthermore,' 'Additionally,' 'On the other hand,' etc., to create a smoother flow between sentences and paragraphs.
coherence cohesion
To enhance coherence, make sure that each paragraph has a clear main idea and that all sentences within it contribute to that main idea. This will also help in maintaining a logical structure throughout your essay.
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