Kirby Is a Juror in a Rape Trial in Which

question 67

Multiple Choice

Kirby is a juror in a rape trial in which both the prosecution and defense are relying on eyewitnesses. It is likely that Kirby will

• A) be able to determine which eyewitnesses are accurate.
• B) use eyewitness confidence as a cue to eyewitness accuracy.
• C) underestimate the accuracy of all of the eyewitnesses.
• D) understand the factors that determine if an eyewitness is biased.

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Definitions:

Parasympathetic

Part of the autonomic nervous system responsible for conserving energy and promoting restful states by slowing the heart rate and increasing intestinal and gland activity.

Somatic Nervous System

The part of the peripheral nervous system associated with the voluntary control of body movements via skeletal muscles.

Peripheral Nervous System

The part of the nervous system that consists of nerves and ganglia outside of the brain and spinal cord, connecting the central nervous system to limbs and organs.

Sensory Receptors

Specialized cells or structures that detect external stimuli and convert them into electrical signals for processing by the nervous system.