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The question below consists of a set of labelled sentences. These sentences, when properly sequenced form a coherent paragraph. Select the most logical order of sentences from among the options. P: Those who say death should be the punishment in some cases, agree that is to be in special cases alone, the most heinous and gravest of crimes Q: They feel that it is only fear of severe punishment that will deter the criminal and reduce the occurrence of heinous crimes. R: The advocates and the abolitionists of capital punishment have their own arguments in support of their stand. S: The most prominent argument put forth by them regarding the death penalty is that of deterrence.

The question below consists of a set of labelled sentences. These sentences, when properly sequenced form a coherent paragraph. Select the most logical order of sentences from among the options. P: Those who say death should be the punishment in some cases, agree that is to be in special cases alone, the most heinous and gravest of crimes Q: They feel that it is only fear of severe punishment that will deter the criminal and reduce the occurrence of heinous crimes. R: The advocates and the abolitionists of capital punishment have their own arguments in support of their stand. S: The most prominent argument put forth by them regarding the death penalty is that of deterrence. Correct Answer RPSQ

First Sentence- Sentence R introduces the reader to the subject of the paragraph.

Second Sentence- Sentence P is an elaborate explanation of the point briefly brought up in sentence R and therefore is a continuation of the previous sentence and second in order.

Third Sentence- Sentence S provides an argument put forward by the advocates in support of their opinion raised in sentence P that is why it is third in the order.

Fourth Sentence- Sentence Q begins with 'they' which means that the subject of the previous statement is also the subject here which is the advocates.

Therefore, the correct answer is option 1 ie. RPSQ.

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Q: They feel that it is only fear of severe punishment that will deter the criminal and reduce the occurrence of heinous crimes.
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Arguments :
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