Passage Summary: In mock trials, jurors who didn't understand the legal jargon just followed the judge's lead, but jurors who understood the instructions in plain English were more likely to disagree with the judge.

Reasoning: Jurors given technical instructions tended to follow the judge's nonverbal cues, whereas jurors given clear instructions were more likely to reach independent verdicts.

Analysis: This stimulus illustrates a principle regarding the relationship between comprehension and independence. When individuals are presented with information they cannot understand, they naturally look for external cues—like a judge's body language—to guide their decisions. The contrast provided suggests that clarity in communication is a prerequisite for independent critical thinking. Look for an answer choice that generalizes this phenomenon, perhaps stating that technical complexity can inadvertently lead to reliance on authority.