In the Context of Inadmissible Evidence in a Courtroom, a Judge

question 12

Multiple Choice

In the context of inadmissible evidence in a courtroom, a judge may rule that certain information should be disregarded by the _____. However, when told not to think about something, we often do the exact opposite and cannot get that thought out of our heads. This phenomenon is referred to as:

• A) jurors; ironic processes
• B) jurors; the story model
• C) media; ironic processes
• D) media; the story model

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Definitions:

Circadian Rhythm

A natural, internal process that regulates the sleep-wake cycle and repeats roughly every 24 hours.

Narcolepsy

A chronic neurological disorder that affects the brain's ability to control sleep-wake cycles, often resulting in periods of extreme daytime sleepiness and sudden sleep attacks.

Rapid

Occurring in a short time or at a great speed.

Rhythmic Brain-Wave

Oscillations in electrical activity within the brain that are part of its normal functioning, often associated with different states of consciousness.