When trying to detect a lie, the polygraph operator begins by asking _____ questions, such as, "Is your name (person's name)?" or "Did you eat lunch today?"
A)control
B)critical
C)relevant
D)irrelevant

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The questions asked at the beginning of a polygraph test are irrelevant questions, meaning they do not pertain to the issue being investigated and are not expected to elicit lies or physiological responses. This phase serves as a baseline for the operator to compare to later questions.

When Trying to Detect a Lie, the Polygraph Operator Begins