Which of the following statements best describes internalized false confessions?

A. A suspect is seeking attention or is delusional and thinks he or she did commit the crime.
B. A suspect is vaguely associated with a crime and decides to take complete responsibility.
C. A suspect is a vulnerable person who comes to believe that he or she committed the crime.
D. A suspect knows he or she is innocent but decides that it is in his or her best interests to confess to the crime.


Answer: C

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