Research evidence has shown that the presence of a weapon
A)increases the accuracy of the account.
B)reduces the ambiguity of the interpretation of the situation.
C)impairs an eyewitness's accuracy of a description of a suspect.
D)allows an eyewitness to remember the event longer.

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The presence of a weapon can cause stress and distraction for an eyewitness, leading to a phenomenon known as "weapon focus," where the witness pays more attention to the weapon than other details, such as the appearance of the suspect. This can impair the accuracy of their description of the suspect.

Research Evidence Has Shown That the Presence of a Weapon