Jonathan is choosing a perpetrator from a lineup in a robbery that he witnessed. You can be most confident in his selection if:
A) the authorities smiled after Jonathan's response so that he would feel comfortable during the lineup procedure.
B) the authorities had the lineup presented all at the same time so Jonathan could compare the individuals.
C) the lineup included individuals of different races and ethnicities.
D) Jonathan was given the option to not choose any of the people from the lineup if no one fit his memory.

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Allowing the witness the option to not choose anyone if no one fits their memory reduces the pressure to pick someone, which can decrease the chance of a false identification. This option helps ensure that the witness's choice is more likely to be based on accurate memory rather than external pressures or guesswork.

Jonathan Is Choosing a Perpetrator from a Lineup in a Robbery