Which of the Following Situations Is a Good Example of Ecphoric

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which of the following situations is a good example of ecphoric experience?

• A)A witness identifies a suspect as a result of having seen him previously at some place or event.
• B)A witness identifies a suspect based on a subjective sense of recognition based on a good memory and a good likeness of the perpetrator in the lineup.
• C)A witness identifies a suspect as a result of post-event information that conforms to his beliefs.
• D)A witness identifies a suspect during a prolonged experience of transference in a therapeutic context.

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Definitions:

Election Sign

A physical marker or poster designed to promote or indicate support for a particular candidate or political position during electoral campaigns.

Politician

An individual who is actively involved in politics, especially one holding or seeking an elected office.

Cognitive Dissonance Theory

A psychological theory suggesting that individuals experience discomfort when holding two or more conflicting beliefs, leading to an alteration in beliefs or behaviors to reduce discomfort.

Dissonance

A psychological conflict resulting from incongruent beliefs and attitudes held simultaneously, often leading to an alteration in one of the attitudes to reduce the conflict.