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Can twins cause system errors?

Yes, identical twins can sometimes cause system errors, especially in digital identification systems. If personal details are very similar or linked incorrectly, as in Nidia Webb's case, a system might struggle to differentiate between them. This highlights a challenge in designing robust digital identity verification processes.

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