All of the Following Are True Concerning Polygraphs EXCEPT

question 61

Multiple Choice

All of the following are true concerning polygraphs EXCEPT:

• A) polygraphs are more complicated than voice stress analyzers.
• B) polygraphs rarely detect psychopathic liars.
• C) individuals who pass polygraph tests are probably innocent.
• D) investigators must inform suspects that they do not have to take a polygraph.
• E) failure to pass a polygraph test implies certain guilt.

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