Which of the following is a characteristic of polygraphs for lie detection?
A. Drugs and pain can increase their accuracy.
B. Tense muscles will reduce their accuracy.
C. They are always admitted in court as evidence.
D. They monitor parasympathetic arousal.
Answer: Tense muscles will reduce their accuracy.
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