Research Evidence Has Shown That the Presence of a Weapon

question 222

Multiple Choice

Research evidence has shown that the presence of a weapon

• A) increases the accuracy of the account.
• B) reduces the ambiguity of the interpretation of the situation.
• C) impairs an eyewitnesses accuracy of a description of a suspect.
• D) allows an eyewitness to remember the event longer.

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Definitions:

Present

Pertaining to the current time or moment; being in the place under consideration.

Future

The time or period that comes after the present, which has yet to occur and is unknown or uncertain.

Presenteeism

The act of attending work while sick, resulting in reduced productivity and potentially prolonging illness.

Attending Work

The act of being physically present and engaged in the workplace environment as required by one's employment obligations.