Eyewitness Identifications Take Place in a Social Context in Which

question 19

True/False

Eyewitness identifications take place in a social context in which the witness's own personality and characteristics,along with those of the target observed,are as critical as factors relating to the situation or environment in which the action takes place.

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Definitions:

Executive Functions

Executive functions are a set of cognitive processes including attentional control, inhibitory control, working memory, and cognitive flexibility, which are necessary for the cognitive control of behavior.

Cognitive Processes

The mental actions or mechanisms by which knowledge is acquired, processed, and utilized, including perception, memory, and reasoning.

Intentionally Controlling

Deliberately exerting influence or authority over a person, situation, or environment to achieve a desired outcome.

Cognitive Growth

An increase in knowledge, understanding, and the ability to think critically and solve problems.