The rate of weapons-related homicide has decreased recently,largely because of a decline in __________,but also because of the waning of the crack epidemic.

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The sentence mentions a decrease in weapons-related homicide and specifically highlights a decline in gang-related shootings. This suggests that the waning of gang activity may be a contributing factor to the decrease in homicides. Therefore, the best choice is E, gang-related shootings. A, gun control laws, and B, violence, are not mentioned as specific reasons for the decrease and are therefore less likely to be correct. C, sale of cocaine, and D, indiscipline in gangs, are not mentioned at all and are therefore incorrect choices.

The Rate of Weapons-Related Homicide Has Decreased Recently,largely Because of a Decline