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Eyewitness Testimonies by Victims Are Most Likely to Contain Errors

Question 35
Multiple Choice

Eyewitness testimonies by victims are most likely to contain errors when the suspect: A) is of a different gender than the victim. B) is significantly older than the victim. C) is significantly younger than the victim. D) is of a different ethnic background than the victim.

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