Lie detectors are a common part of many television shows and movies. How does the traditional polygraph detector work? Do they appear to actually determine whether a person is lying or not?
What new approach to detecting lying is discussed in your textbook?
What will be an ideal response?
Answer: A good answer will include the following key points.
? Polygraphs measure respiration, blood pressure, and palm sweat—autonomic nervous system responses that should increase when someone lies.
? Most research indicates that, while polygraphs are good at measuring autonomic arousal, they are not a valid measure of lying.
? Some researchers a trying to develop a more accurate lie detection method using brain imaging technology. This idea is based on reports that regions of the frontal and parietal lobes are more active when a person is being deceptive.
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
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What will be an ideal response?