What is a relative-judgment process? Why is it dangerous in lineup situations?

What will be an ideal response?


A relative-judgment process is when the eyewitness chooses the individual most representative of the description when compared to the others. However, if the suspect is not there, this is a problem.

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Identify one of the things the United Nations can do when a country violates international law.

A. violate national sovereignty B. organize a coalition of member states to act militarily C. use its own army to punish the country D. none of these

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Which of the following is the purpose of the marks system?

a. discipline b. punishment c. negative reinforcement d. entertainment

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If a tenant who lives in a slumlord run property organizes tenants and mobilizes them to post negative reviews of the slumlord run property, they have participated in which of the following?

a. Grassroots responses b. Legislative consequences c. Financial consequences d. Heath consequences

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Frank, Brad, and Joseph have all participated in sex offender treatment while in prison. Not all offenders who go through this treatment are successful. According to the research, Frank, Brad, and Joseph are likely to be successful if:

a. they recognize and understand the factors that contributed to their offenses. b. they develop the skills necessary to intervene, manage, and reduce risky behavior. c. they seek outside assistance when necessary. d. all of these.

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