A city installed more streetlights, and crime fell by 20%. The mayor argues that more streetlights reduce crime. Which, if true, most STRENGTHENS the argument?

  1. Some residents complained about the lights.
  2. Crime did not fall in nearby areas without new streetlights.
  3. Crime also fell in cities without new lights.
  4. The streetlights were expensive.
Answer

B) Crime did not fall in nearby areas without new streetlights.

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