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What could make eye witness testimony more accurate and helpful?

What could make eye witness testimony more accurate and helpful?

Assessment

Interactive Video

Science, Social Studies

11th Grade - University

Practice Problem

Hard

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Wayground Content

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The video discusses lineup procedures used by police, focusing on double-blind and single-blind lineups. In a double-blind lineup, neither the witness nor the officer knows the suspect's identity, reducing bias. In contrast, a single-blind lineup is where only the witness is unaware of the suspect, which is the standard practice in the US. The video highlights the potential for non-blind administrators to unintentionally influence witnesses by giving cues, such as tapping on a suspect's photo, which can lead to increased suspect identifications. The goal is to avoid unfair systems where police inadvertently suggest who the witness should identify.

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OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What behaviors might a police officer engage in that could influence a witness's identification?

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OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

Why is it important to avoid an unfair identification system?

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