Which of the following most accurately describes eyewitness testimony in the courtroom setting?
a. ?It is considered to be uniformly precise and reliable.
b. ?Errors in testimony are usually due to the witness’s premeditated intent.
c. ?It can be affected by the words attorneys use when framing questions.
d. ?Preliminary testimony is considered unreliable; therefore, follow-up questioning is essential.
ANSWER:
c
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