Which of the Following Statements Is FALSE About the Misinformation

question 82

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is FALSE about the misinformation effect?

• A) The misinformation effect can be reduced by warning witnesses, by explicitly saying that a piece of information was incorrect.
• B) Trained psychologists can distinguish false memories from real memories.
• C) Witnesses are especially likely to incorporate misleading information into their memories when they believe the questioner to be well informed.
• D) Both adults and children may fall victim to the misinformation effect.

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