The Science of Judging: Unbiased or Unnerving?
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What is the main focus of Dr. Brian Barry's research?

  • The historical evolution of judicial systems
  • The impact of technology on judicial decision-making
  • The correlation between judges' personal lives and professional decisions
  • The influence of institutional and political forces on judicial behavior (correct)

    • What does the research by Dr. Brian Barry reveal about judicial decision-making?

  • It is completely unaffected by emotional factors
  • It is primarily influenced by psychological errors and biases (correct)
  • It is predominantly driven by careful numerical reasoning
  • It is solely based on rational and unbiased judgments

    • What is the title of the book that Dr. Brian Barry is currently writing?

  • Insights into Judicial Decision-Making (correct)
  • The Illusion of Lady Justice
  • Understanding the Human Side of Judging
  • The Fallacy of Judicial Impartiality

    • Which institution does Dr. Brian Barry currently lecture at?

    <p>Technological University Dublin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some factors that Dr. Brian Barry's research investigates in relation to judicial decision-making?

    <p>Psychological, institutional, and political forces</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of Dr. Brian Barry's research?

    <p>The impact of psychology on judicial decision-making</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'Lady Justice' symbolize?

    <p>Impartiality and fairness in judicial decisions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Dr. Brian Barry's research reveal about 'judges the judges'?

    <p>Psychological errors and biases may impact judicial outcomes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Dr. Brian Barry's upcoming book, 'How Judges Judge', aim to explore?

    <p>Psychological, institutional, and political forces affecting judicial decision-making</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main message conveyed by Dr. Brian Barry's talk about judicial decision-making?

    <p>Judging is influenced by human errors and biases</p> Signup and view all the answers

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