The Cross-Racial Identification Bias

question 118

Multiple Choice

The cross-racial identification bias

• A) results primarily from problems with the retrieval stage of memory.
• B) is consistent in many ways with the concept of outgroup homogeneity.
• C) has been observed among White, but not non-White eyewitnesses.
• D) is alleviated by the presence of a weapon during the crime in question.

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Definitions:

Assumption of Risk

A legal principle where an individual acknowledges and accepts the potential risks involved in an activity, which may limit their rights to claim damages in the event of injury.

Contributory Negligence

A legal doctrine that can bar or reduce a plaintiff's right to recovery if the plaintiff's own negligence contributed to the harm suffered.

Comparative Fault

A legal principle that reduces the claimant's damages award based on the percentage of their fault in contributing to their own harm.

Abnormally Dangerous

Activities or operations that inherently pose a significant risk of harm to others, regardless of the precautions taken.