Passage Summary: Denise thinks we stop crime with harsh, guaranteed punishments. Reshmi thinks we stop crime by giving people education so they have better career options.

Reasoning: Denise argues that crime reduction requires certain and severe punishment, while Reshmi argues that crime is most effectively reduced by providing educational opportunities.

Analysis: In an Agreement question, we need to find a point where both speakers' circles overlap. While they disagree on the best 'method' to reduce crime, they both agree that crime reduction is a possible and desirable goal. Furthermore, both speakers seem to believe that potential criminals make a choice based on their circumstances—whether those circumstances involve the fear of punishment or the availability of legal alternatives. Look for an answer that captures a shared underlying assumption about the nature of crime or the possibility of changing criminal behavior.