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

question 13

Multiple Choice

What does a "false positive" 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:

Line Charts

Graphical representations where data points plotted on a chart are connected by lines, typically used to track changes over time.

Variable

Something that can differ or shift, whether it's an element, trait, or influence.

Trends

Patterns or directions in data that suggest a relationship or show a general tendency over time.

Time

The ongoing sequence of events taking place from past through present to future, measurable in units such as seconds, minutes, and hours.