Types of Lies and Benefits of Altruism Quiz

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What is a polygraph?

A method of interrogation that is widely accepted as evidence in American courts
A device that can accurately determine if someone is lying or telling the truth
A scientifically accepted and reliable means of ascertaining truth or deception
An electromechanical instrument that measures physiological changes believed to be involuntary signs of deception (correct)

What is the theory behind polygraph or lie detector tests?

That a person who lies will have a higher heart rate and increased sweating
That a person who lies will have dilated pupils and increased blinking
That a person who lies will have a lower blood pressure and faster breathing
That a person who lies will have a rising blood pressure and a subconscious block in breathing (correct)

How do American courts generally view polygraph test results?

They accept polygraph results as conclusive evidence of guilt or innocence
They almost uniformly reject polygraph results as evidence of guilt or innocence (correct)
They accept polygraph results only when offered by the defense
They accept polygraph results only when offered by the prosecution

Why do American courts reject polygraph test results?

Because polygraph tests have not yet attained scientific acceptance as a reliable and accurate means of ascertaining truth or deception (D) Signup and view all the answers

What did the court ruling in People v. Daniel state regarding polygraph tests?

That much faith and credit should not be vested upon a lie detector test as it is not conclusive (D) Signup and view all the answers

In the case mentioned, did the appellant provide a reason why the rule rejecting polygraph evidence should not apply?

No, the appellant did not provide any reason (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the general rule regarding the admissibility of polygraph evidence in this jurisdiction?

Polygraph evidence is generally inadmissible (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is true about polygraph tests?

They measure physiological changes that are believed to be involuntary signs of deception (A) Signup and view all the answers

Based on the information provided, which of the following statements is accurate?

American courts generally reject polygraph test results as evidence of guilt or innocence due to lack of scientific acceptance (D) Signup and view all the answers