The polygraph should be more accurately titled ________________ rather than a lie detector.
A)a guilt detector
B)a confession detector
C)an arousal detector
D)a truth detector

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

While the polygraph measures physiological changes in the body that can be associated with deception, it is also known to detect general arousal, such as nervousness or anxiety, rather than solely detecting lies. Therefore, "an arousal detector" would be a more accurate title for the polygraph.

The Polygraph Should Be More Accurately Titled ________________ Rather Than