A Requirement to Create an Unbiased Lineup Seems Obvious

question 6

Multiple Choice

A requirement to create an unbiased lineup seems obvious. However, there were many cases of lineups with the fillers not closely resembling the main suspect. Research found that such biased lineups lead to:

• A) the admission of guilt by the suspect.
• B) higher rates of innocent suspect identifications.
• C) lower rates of correlation with photo spread identification.
• D) bystanders intervening in shaming the unfair procedure.

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Definitions:

Classical Conditioning

A learning process that occurs when two stimuli are repeatedly paired: a response which is at first elicited by the second stimulus is eventually elicited by the first stimulus alone.

Trial and Error

Trial and error is a fundamental method of solving problems characterized by repeated, varied attempts which are continued until success, or until the agent stops trying.

Unlearned

Pertaining to behaviors or reactions that are innate and not acquired through learning or experience.

Operant Conditioning

A method of learning that employs rewards and punishments for behavior, emphasizing the impact of consequences on future behavior.