A Level Psychology OCR Practice Exam

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What did Dixon et al find regarding the race of suspects in relation to guilt ratings?

Race did not play any role
Only white suspects were rated higher
Non-standard English speakers rated as guiltier
Black suspects were always perceived as innocent

The correct answer is: Non-standard English speakers rated as guiltier

Dixon et al.'s research showed that non-standard English speakers, which often included Black suspects in their study due to the context in which the research was conducted, were perceived as guiltier by the participants. This finding suggests that language use can influence the judgments and biases of individuals assessing guilt. The implications of this research are significant as they reveal how stereotyping based on race and language can affect legal outcomes and perceptions in serious situations, such as trials. This highlights the importance of understanding how societal biases can be reflected in the judgments people make, especially in legal contexts. The other options do not accurately represent the findings of Dixon et al. and fail to capture the nuanced impact of language and race in perceptions of guilt.