Researchers Report That When Mock Witnesses Were Asked the Estimated

question 25

Multiple Choice

Researchers report that when mock witnesses were asked the estimated speed of two cars involved in an accident, responses decreased almost 16 km/h when the wording changed from _____to _____.

• A) connected; collided
• B) met; crashed
• C) hit; bumped
• D) smashed; contacted

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Definitions:

Intermediate Filaments

A component of the cytoskeleton in eukaryotic cells that provides mechanical strength and support, made up of proteins that vary according to the cell type.

Microtubules

Cylindrical structures found in the cytoplasm of eukaryotic cells, composed of tubulin proteins, playing key roles in cell shape, division, and intracellular transport.

Peptidoglycan

A large, complex molecule found in the cell walls of bacteria, providing structural support and shape.

Primary Plant Cell Wall

The primary cell wall in plants is a flexible, comparatively thin layer that surrounds the cell membrane of plant cells, providing structure and support.