Amelia witnessed a high-stress incident where a masked intruder brandished a large kitchen knife at a shop assistant. Meanwhile, George observed the same intruder escaping from a distance outside, feeling calm but curious. When questioned by the police, Amelia struggled to remember the intruder's facial features but vividly remembered the knife, whereas George provided a detailed description of the intruder's clothing and face.
Discuss research into the influence of anxiety on the accuracy of eyewitness testimony (EWT). Refer to Amelia and George in your answer.
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