When presenting lineups to eyewitnesses, it has been found that a ____ lineup is much more likely to result in an innocent person being falsely identified.
A) sequential
B) simultaneous

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Simultaneous lineups present all the lineup members at once to the eyewitness, making it easier for them to compare and choose a suspect. However, it also increases the likelihood of a false identification, as the eyewitness may choose the person who looks most like the perpetrator, rather than the actual perpetrator. Sequential lineups, on the other hand, present lineup members one at a time, allowing the eyewitness to focus on each individual separately and reduce the chance of a false identification.

When Presenting Lineups to Eyewitnesses, It Has Been Found That