Which of the Following Statements About Polygraph Tests Is True

question 85

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about polygraph tests is true?

• A)Even under optimal conditions,they seldom perform better than chance.
• B)Despite unreliability,test results are used in court in Canada.
• C)Despite unreliability,test results are used in court in most states.
• D)Among psychologists,their accuracy is controversial.
• E)They are better at detecting lies than at detecting truthful responses.

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