Research on children's eyewitness testimony shows that
A) most preschoolers are unable to disclose forensically relevant details without the use of leading questions.
B) a warm, supportive interview tone fosters accurate recall.
C) preschoolers almost always provide false information in their testimonies.
D) children who go to "court school" are at high risk for being misled by a biased interviewer.

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Research on children's eyewitness testimony has shown that a warm, supportive interview tone fosters accurate recall. This is because children are more likely to feel comfortable and safe sharing information when they feel they have a positive relationship with the interviewer.

Research on Children's Eyewitness Testimony Shows That