One problem of lie detector tests described in the textbook is that:

A. lying means different things to different people
B. high error rates have been observed with lie detection in laboratory settings
C. neutral questions in the control question technique actually are biased
D. a pattern of physiological responses that are unique to lying has never been found


Answer: D

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