In Many Eyewitness Studies, Researchers Carefully Observe the "Victim's" Behaviour

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Multiple Choice

In many eyewitness studies, researchers carefully observe the "victim's" behaviour under various conditions. The presence of a weapon appears to decrease eyewitness accuracy in identifying the perpetrator. To test whether or not this is true, researchers re-enact a robbery both with and without a gun. People viewing the robbery where a gun was used were far less accurate in their description of the robber. This knowledge has been used in courtroom cases, often discrediting eyewitness testimony. In this case, the idea that the presence of a weapon decreases eyewitness accuracy, corresponds to which of the basic goals of psychology?

• A)Description
• B)Understanding
• C)Prediction
• D)Application

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Definitions:

Expertise

The high level of knowledge or skill in a particular area, which can impact the efficacy of advertisements or influence consumer trust.

Coercive

Relating to or using force or threats to persuade someone to do something or to achieve compliance.

Marketed

The process or action of promoting, selling, and distributing a product or service.

Channel Conflict

A situation where channels in distribution (like retailers and wholesalers) compete against each other or the manufacturer, causing friction and inefficiencies in the supply chain.