A police interrogator questioning an eyewitness to a robbery hopes to learn whether the assailant was wearing a bright green hat similar to one seen in another robbery. According to research, which of the following questions will elicit the most detailed, undistorted recall from the eyewitness?

A. "How was the robber dressed?"
B. "What color was the robber's hat?"
C. "Can you describe the hat the robber was wearing?"
D. "Did you see whether the robber was wearing a hat?"


Answer: A

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