Loftus Et Al

question 185

Multiple Choice

Loftus et al. (1987) found that the presence of a weapon in a crime scene reduced participants' ability to later identify the perpetrator. This finding reflects the role of ________ in memory.

• A)overconfidence
• B)misinformation
• C)salience
• D)counterfactual thinking

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Definitions:

Cover Up

An attempt to hide a mistake, wrongdoing, or embarrassing information from being made public.

Blame

The act of attributing responsibility for a fault or wrong to someone or something.

Ethical Approach

A perspective or method guided by moral principles, focusing on right and wrong conduct, fairness, and respect for others.

Public Knowledge

Information or facts that are accessible and available to the general public, not restricted or confidential.