What Does a "False Negative" Refer to in a Polygraph

question 14

Multiple Choice

What does a "false negative" refer to in a polygraph test?

• A)the identification of an individual as telling the truth who, in fact, is lying
• B)the identification of an individual as lying who, in fact, is not lying
• C)an individual who cannot lie effectively
• D)an individual who is not sure if they are lying

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Definitions:

PTSD

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition triggered by experiencing or witnessing a terrifying event, characterized by severe anxiety, flashbacks, nightmares, and uncontrollable thoughts about the event.

Hypervigilance

An increased level of sensitivity in the senses paired with a heightened intensity of actions aimed at identifying potential threats.

Parasympathetic Nervous System

Part of the autonomic nervous system responsible for rest and digestion, counterbalancing the fight or flight response of the sympathetic nervous system.