Regarding scientific jury selection, which of the following statements is FALSE?
A)A psychologist may interview relatives, acquaintances, neighbors, and coworkers of potential jurors.
B)Psychologists watch for authoritarian personality traits in potential jurors, since authoritarian personalities do not believe that punishment is effective and often vote for acquittal.
C)A psychologist typically observes a potential juror's nonverbal behavior to learn from body language which side the person favors.
D)In the United States, murder trials require a special jury, one made up of people who are not opposed to the death penalty.

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Psychologists actually look for authoritarian personality traits because individuals with these traits are more likely to believe in strict adherence to rules and authority, making them more likely to vote for conviction and support punishment, not acquittal.

Regarding Scientific Jury Selection, Which of the Following Statements Is