When Doing Research on Eyewitness Memory, Social Scientists Often Look

question 26

Multiple Choice

When doing research on eyewitness memory, social scientists often look at many factors. Factors that are outside the control of the legal system are referred to as:

• A) system variables.
• B) dependent variables.
• C) independent variables.
• D) estimator variables.

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Definitions:

Categories

Distinct groups or classes into which objects, concepts, or entities with common characteristics or features are divided and organized.

Identity Vs. Confusion

A developmental stage proposed by Erikson where adolescents seek to understand and establish their personal identity and direction.

Generativity Vs. Stagnation

A stage of adult development focusing on creating or nurturing things that will outlast an individual, versus a lack of psychological growth.

Isolation Vs. Intimacy

A concept describing the developmental challenge of establishing close relationships versus the risk of feeling isolated from social connections.