In the Opening Vignette, What Number of Witness Reports Was

question 5

Multiple Choice

In the opening vignette, what number of witness reports was altered by police to eliminate any unfavorable comment s directed toward the police?

• A) 14
• B) 41
• C) 115
• D) 1,600

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