Which of the Following Is NOT a Problem in Interpreting

question 19

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a problem in interpreting the results of a polygraph test?

• A) Some people experience emotional arousal when telling the truth.
• B) Some people can lie without experiencing emotional arousal.
• C) Polygraph results are objective in nature.
• D) Validity evidence is sparse.

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Definitions:

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