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An argument concludes: 'Tougher sentencing deters crime.' Which of the following, if true, most strengthens this argument?

Studies show that jurisdictions with mandatory minimums have significantly lower recidivism rates Judges often disagree about appropriate sentence lengths Some offenders are unaware of potential punishments before committing crimes Crime rates are influenced by economic conditions

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Studies show that jurisdictions with mandatory minimums have significantly lower recidivism rates

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