Research Has Demonstrated That Eyewitnesses Are More Accurate at Identifying

question 81

Multiple Choice

Research has demonstrated that eyewitnesses are more accurate at identifying people of their own racial or ethnic group than they are at identifying people of other ethnic or racial groups. This tendency is most related to the so-called ____.

• A) discontinuity effect
• B) scapegoat effect
• C) minimal group effect
• D) outgroup homogeneity bias

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Definitions:

Correlation Coefficient

A statistical measure that indicates the extent to which two variables fluctuate together, indicating the strength and direction of their relationship.

Relationship

A connection, association, or involvement between people, which can be emotional, social, or professional.

Discriminant Validity

The degree to which a test or measure differentiates between two distinct constructs or entities.

Need For Status

The desire or aspiration to obtain a high social standing within a group or society.