Which of the Following Are Potential Applications of the Polygraph

question 28

Multiple Choice

Which of the following are potential applications of the polygraph in Canada?

• A)Polygraph testing is used to screen prospective employees in certain agencies.
• B)Polygraph results are used to pressure individuals to confess to a crime.
• C)A polygraph test may be administered to the alleged victim of a crime to help determine whether the crime has indeed occurred.
• D)A polygraph test may be administered to verify insurance claims.
• E)All of the above

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