Of the Memory "Sins," One of the Primary Causes of Eyewitness

question 131

Multiple Choice

Of the memory "sins," one of the primary causes of eyewitness misidentifications is:

• A)transience.
• B)memory misattribution.
• C)persistence.
• D)absentmindedness.

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Definitions:

Inferior Colliculi

A part of the midbrain involved in auditory processing and plays a critical role in sound localization.

Auditory Pathways

The auditory pathways are neural pathways in the brain that carry sensory information from the ear to the auditory cortex, enabling sound perception and processing.

CNS

The CNS, or Central Nervous System, consists of the brain and spinal cord, serving as the main processing center for the entire nervous system.

REM Sleep

A stage of sleep characterized by rapid eye movements, more dreaming, and bodily movement; important for learning and memory consolidation.