Jake, a Convenience Store Cashier, Was Extremely Afraid When He

question 71

Multiple Choice

Jake, a convenience store cashier, was extremely afraid when he was held up at gunpoint.The robbery took several minutes, there was little distance between him and the robber, and the lighting was good.Why is it that Jake had trouble remembering details about the crime?

• A) Men tend to remember fewer details of events than women.
• B) Jake is not very intelligent.
• C) Jake did not get a good look at the robber.
• D) Jake was very emotional and fearful.

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