A major problem with using the polygraph as a lie detector is that
a. truthful people often fail the test.
b. arousal cannot be measured with the polygraph.
c. it measures only the vocal channel, ignoring all other channels.
d. control questions do not evoke arousal in innocent people.
a. truthful people often fail the test.
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
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a. manifest content. b. latent content. c. dream wish. d. dream work.
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A. superego B. conscience C. ego D. unconscious
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