Six-year-old Nafiz is giving testimony about domestic violence he witnessed. Which of the following techniques is most likely to result in response consistency and accuracy in his testimony?
A) The prosecutor interrupts Nafiz's denials about certain events.
B) The prosecutor suggests incorrect "facts" about what actually occurred.
C) The prosecutor uses a nonconfrontational questioning style.
D) The prosecutor reinforces Nafiz for giving the desired answers.

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Using a nonconfrontational questioning style is the most effective technique to elicit response consistency and accuracy in the testimony of a child witness. Interrupting, suggesting incorrect facts, and reinforcing for desired answers can all lead to response bias or falsification.

Six-Year-Old Nafiz Is Giving Testimony About Domestic Violence He Witnessed