What should police officers do to prevent false identifications during lineups?
a. Show all the potential perpetrators at once.
b. Decrease witnesses' stress levels by only showing them mug shots.
c. Tell witnesses that the lineup may not include the suspect.
d. Use foils with a wide range of physical characteristics.
Answer: C
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