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:

Social Situations

Scenarios involving interactions between individuals or groups within a societal context.

Situational Model

A theory or approach suggesting that the effectiveness of leadership, strategies, or decisions depends on specific situational factors.

Leadership Effectiveness

is the degree to which a leader successfully achieves desired outcomes and goals through influencing others.

Transactional Leader

A leadership style focused on supervision, organization, and performance; transactional leaders promote compliance through rewards and punishments.