The death penalty does not effectively deter homicide. One reason for this is that most murders are the result of
A) hormonal influences.
B) hostile aggression.
C) instrumental aggression.
D) a malfunctioning amygdala.

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According to research, most murders are the result of hostile aggression, which is impulsive and emotional in nature. The decision to commit murder is often not a rational one and therefore, the fear of the death penalty is unlikely to have a significant deterrent effect.

The Death Penalty Does Not Effectively Deter Homicide