Many people who have been convicted of crimes based on eyewitness testimony are later found,through DNA evidence,not to be guilty.Which of the following statements is a common reason for why eyewitness testimony may lead to false convictions?
A) Eyewitness confidence is not a reliable indication of the accuracy of the story.
B) Eyewitnesses are usually not questioned seriously enough by the defense.
C) Eyewitnesses frequently lie to make their stories more dramatic.
D) Judges instruct juries to prioritize eyewitness testimony over other evidence.

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Eyewitness confidence can be influenced by external factors such as the wording of questions, pre-existing biases, and the presence of a weapon, and is not always a reliable indicator of accuracy. Additionally, eyewitnesses may have difficulty accurately recalling details from a stressful or traumatic event.

Many People Who Have Been Convicted of Crimes Based on Eyewitness