Research has found that on the widely broadcasted singing competition American Idol, contestants who perform later in the show are more likely to receive enough votes to make it to the next week. This finding may BEST be explained by the:

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The recency effect explains this phenomenon, as it suggests that people are more likely to remember the most recently presented items or experiences. In the context of American Idol, contestants performing later are fresher in the viewers' memories when it comes time to vote, potentially leading to more votes for them.

Research Has Found That on the Widely Broadcasted Singing Competition