Having just heard the judge's instructions toward the end of the trial, deliberating jurors would have them fresh in their minds and be more likely to use them. This phenomenon demonstrates the ______.

A. story model
B. reactance theory
C. sympathy hypothesis
D. recency effect


Answer: D

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