11 Questions
What is one of the key objectives of a polygraph examination?
Locating fruits or tools of crime
What contributes to the accuracy of a polygraph examination?
The mental condition of the subject
How does a polygraph detect deception according to the text?
By measuring physiological responses to questions
What is a factor that affects the effectiveness of the polygraph in recording symptoms of deception?
The fear of punishment for lying
Why are innocent persons spared from fear, embarrassment, and inconveniences by polygraph techniques, as per the text?
Through immediate elimination based on scientific methods
What is the primary purpose of a polygraph according to the passage?
To assist expert examiners in arriving at a diagnostic opinion
Based on the text, what does the term 'psychophysiology' refer to?
Observed effects on physiological processes
What is highlighted as the key factor affecting the value of a polygraph according to the passage?
The skill and competence of the examiner
According to the passage, what is the main limitation of a polygraph?
Incapability to draw conclusions
What does the term 'polygraphy' primarily focus on?
Studying truth and deception through instruments
What does the passage suggest about polygraph examiners?
They are capable of making errors
Test your knowledge on the definition, nature, and instruments used in polygraphy, as well as the study of psychophysiology. Explore concepts related to truth and deception detection through physiological processes.
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