A court is preparing for two separate criminal trials. Defendant A, Clara, is described as extremely physically attractive and is accused of a swindling fraud scheme. Defendant B, Donald, is described as physically unattractive and is accused of a residential burglary.
With reference to the scenario, describe the key research by Sigall and Ostrove (1975) and explain what it contributes to our understanding of the psychology of the courtroom.
