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Define the normative economic statement

Which of the given is a normative economic statement? (1) Most Republicans favor the death penalty for murderers. (2) Punishment which is surer, swifter, and harsher decreases the rates of violent crime. (3) Most Democrats oppose the death penalty for murderers. (4) Appellate processes which reverse errors in criminal cases make sure fairness within our system of justice. (5) Capital punishment in fact reduces murder rates.

Please friends choose one choice from the above. i need your advice for the given problem in above.

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