Two friends, Priya and Noah, both witness a store robbery. Before the police arrive, they discuss what they saw, and Noah mentions that the suspect was wearing a bright blue jacket. Priya, who initially thought the jacket was green, later tells the police that the suspect wore a blue jacket.
Using your knowledge of post-event discussion, explain why Priya's recall of the event changed.
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