Psychology
Cognitive Biases in Jury Decision-Making Processes
Quick fact
Research shows that anchoring on a prosecutor's suggested sentence can shift a juror's verdict by up to 20%, even when the evidence is weak.
Why this is interesting
Imagine you're on a jury. The prosecutor's opening statement paints a vivid picture, and you can't shake it. But are you really weighing the evidence, or is your brain playing tricks on you?