The Use of Lie Detectors to Screen Job Applicants and Check

question 239

Multiple Choice

The use of lie detectors to screen job applicants and check the honesty of employees is questionable because

• A)it is a serious invasion of privacy.
• B)it cannot discriminate between different emotions, such as lying and anxiety.
• C)its accuracy is doubtful.
• D)all of these occur.

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Definitions:

Stimulus Generalization

The tendency to respond in the same way to different but similar stimuli.

Stimulus Adaptation

A decrease in response to a stimulus after repeated presentations, as the receptor cells become less sensitive to the stimulus.

Response Generalization

The tendency for the effects of training in one response to spread to other, similar responses.

Transfer of Habit Strength

The process by which the learning and strengthening of a habit in one context or task can influence performance in another context or task.