introduction to forensics -- on quizlet

What were the 'reality experiments' of the early 1900s?

Staged events (usually crimes) -- witnesses had to recollect event -- best recollections had up to 27% mistakes

What experiment did Varendonck conduct involving children's memories?

Staged an event reflecting a murder to show children's memories are unreliable and inaccurate

How did Varendonck contribute to psychology's role in court cases?

Used an experiment to demonstrate the unreliability of children's memories

Who was Hugo von Musterberg and what is he known for?

The 'Father' of forensic psychology. Very critical of lawyers disregarding psychology's value and overstated his case putting back developments for decades