When Loftus and Palmer Asked Observers of a Filmed Car

question 34

Multiple Choice

When Loftus and Palmer asked observers of a filmed car accident how fast the vehicles were going when they "smashed" into each other,the observers developed memories of the accident that

• A) omitted some of the most painful aspects of the event.
• B) were more accurate than the memories of observers who had not been immediately questioned about what they saw.
• C) were influenced by whether the researchers identified themselves as police officers.
• D) portrayed the event as more serious than it had actually been.

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Definitions:

Deliberate System

Refers to the cognitive process that is slow, rational, and involves conscious decision-making, contrasting with automatic, quick responses of the brain's intuitive system.

Deliberate Mind

Thinking that is conscious, intentional, and reasoned, as opposed to automatic and instinctive.

Environment

The surroundings or conditions in which a person, animal, or plant lives or operates.

Gratification

Gratification is the pleasure or satisfaction obtained from achieving something desired or fulfilling a need.