In a Study Concerning the Cues That Signal Deception,Winston Uses

question 126

Multiple Choice

In a study concerning the cues that signal deception,Winston uses the number of times a person shifts in his or her seat as a measure of lying.Virginia points out that people may shift their position because they are nervous about being perceived as a liar,even though they are actually telling the truth.What is Virginia questioning?

• A) the construct validity of Winston's measure of lying
• B) the interrater reliability of Winston's measure of lying
• C) the mundane realism of Winston's measure of lying
• D) the internal validity of Winston's measure of lying

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Definitions:

Functionalism

A psychological philosophy that considers mental life and behavior in terms of active adaptation to the person's environment.

Mechanical Repetition

The act of repeating an action or a set of words mindlessly or without understanding, often for learning or practice.

Objective Sensations

Perceptions that correspond to external stimuli and are not influenced by personal feelings or interpretations.

Positive Reinforcement

A process in behavioral psychology where the introduction of a positive stimulus following a desired behavior increases the likelihood of that behavior being repeated.