Which of the Following Statements Is FALSE

question 4

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is FALSE?

• A) The polygraph detects the physiological patterns of responses that are specific to lying.
• B) Practised liars can beat the polygraph machine by tensing muscles during the neutral questions.
• C) The polygraph is considered invalid by most psychologists.
• D) Innocent people may react to the polygraph because they are nervous about the procedure.

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Definitions:

Progesterone

A hormone released by the ovaries which regulates the condition of the inner lining (endometrium) of the uterus and is essential for maintaining pregnancy.

Neurotransmitter

Chemical substances in the nervous system that transmit signals across a synapse from one neuron to another.

Acetylcholine

A neurotransmitter in the nervous system that plays a crucial role in muscle movement and cognitive functions such as memory and attention.

Dopamine

A neurotransmitter in the brain that plays a major role in reward-motivated behavior and other functions.