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Polygraph |
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Still possible to get accurate results? |
| Date Posted: |
01/11/2006 |
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I've read a little about polygraph tests online, and now I'm afraid that what I've read may affect the results. Am I putting too much stock in what I've read?
One source suggested that knowing some of the "secrets" of the poly (for instance, that the examiner expects you to lie on the hidden control questions in a probable-lie control test) may throw off your results. Either you won't exhibit sufficient responses on the control questions, or the response will be low enough that your response on relevant questions may read higher (suggesting that you're trying to deceive).
As such, the source suggested the only alternative for an honest person who's learned the "secrets" is to either disclose your knowledge of the poly up-front, or use countermeasures to achieve "accurate" results.
Countermeasures seem like a bad idea. But if you let them know you're not a suitable candidate for a poly, then I'm guessing as a new applicant you can't continue with the clearance process.
As an honest person with nothing to hide, what's my best bet? Do I tell them everything I know about the polygraph? Or do I play dumb and just answer the questions as I normally would, hoping that I'll get accurate results?
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