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Denise tells us about two requirements in order for crime to be reduced. First, punishment must be certain. And second, punishment must be severe enough to convince someone considering whether to commit a crime to decide not to do so.

Reshmi asserts that crime is most effectively reduced by providing educational opportunities to everyone. This encourages criminals to choose a law-abiding life.

We’re looking for a point of agreement. They both agree that there are factors that can influence whether a person commits a crime.

This is a point of agreement. Denise notes that people can “decide” against committing a crime. Reshmi notes that people can “choose” a different path besides committing crimes.

Neither speaker has an opinion on what is the most important issue facing modern society.

Neither speaker has an opinion. Denise does not describe fair and consistent responses as a requirement for reducing crime. Reshmi doesn’t speak to what is required to reduce crime.

Denise doesn’t have an opinion. She doesn’t suggest that crimes are or are not committed due to economic need.

Reshmi doesn’t have an opinion. She doesn’t describe any requirements for reducing crime.

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