Question

    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 it 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 the advocates of the death penalty is that of deterrence.
    A RPSQ Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B PQSR Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C SQPR Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D QPSR Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Here, R is the introductory statement. It is followed by P. Q follows S because ‘they’ in Q refers to ‘advocates of death penalty’ in S. So, the correct order is RPSQ.

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