The Employee Polygraph Protection Act
A) prohibits polygraph use for pre-employment screening purposes by most employers.
B) prohibits private sector employers from using polygraph tests under any circumstances.
C) prohibits government agencies from using polygraph tests except in circumstances where national security is involved.
D) permits the use of polygraphs, but only when administered by a trained expert.

Question

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The Employee Polygraph Protection Act prohibits most employers from using polygraph tests for pre-employment screening purposes. However, there are some exceptions, such as employers who provide security services, work with controlled substances, or investigate certain types of crimes.

B) is incorrect because there are some circumstances in which employers are allowed to use polygraph tests.

C) is incorrect because the Act applies to all employers, not just government agencies.

D) is incorrect because the Act does not require a trained expert to administer the test.