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Psy and Law: Lie Detection and Polygraph
This deck covers key concepts related to lie detection and polygraph tests, including the use of galvanometers, the Polygraph Protection Act, types of questions used in lie detector tests, and alternative technologies for lie detection.
Galvanometers
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Key Terms
Term
Definition
Galvanometers
Monitors sweat
Polygraph protection act
Banned it’s use in job secretion except in specific cases
3 types of questions for lie detector tests
1) neutral question; 2) relevant question; 3) comparison/control question
Guilty knowledge test
Used in Japan. Answer no over and over. elevated response to the correct response suggests guilt.
Are polygraphs better at detecting guilt or innocence
Guilty
What three other technologies aren’t yet ready for lie detection
fMRI
EEG
Infrared thermal imaging
Related Flashcard Decks
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
Galvanometers | Monitors sweat |
Polygraph protection act | Banned it’s use in job secretion except in specific cases |
3 types of questions for lie detector tests | 1) neutral question; 2) relevant question; 3) comparison/control question |
Guilty knowledge test | Used in Japan. Answer no over and over. elevated response to the correct response suggests guilt. |
Are polygraphs better at detecting guilt or innocence | Guilty |
What three other technologies aren’t yet ready for lie detection | fMRI
EEG
Infrared thermal imaging |