Which of the following procedures,used by law enforcement officials,is most likely to reduce eyewitness errors?
A)encouraging witnesses to speak to each other before talking to the police
B)strongly opposing the use of double-blind procedures
C)presenting the suspects to the witness in a sequential fashion,one at a time
D)giving the witnesses background information on the suspect

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Presenting suspects to the witness in a sequential fashion, one at a time, is most likely to reduce eyewitness errors. This method prevents witnesses from making a relative judgment and reduces the chance of the witness feeling the need to choose someone from the lineup, even if they are not positive it is the correct person. Encouraging witnesses to speak to each other before talking to the police, giving the witnesses background information on the suspect, and opposing the use of double-blind procedures can all lead to biases and increased likelihood of errors.

Which of the Following Procedures,used by Law Enforcement Officials,is Most