When interrogating a woman in a string of neighborhood thefts, Detective Morse tells her suspect the following: "I am asking you these questions and I'd advise you to answer honestly. When we are done chatting, you are going to have to answer them again when attached to a lie-detector." In this investigation, Detective Morse uses the ____ technique.
A) bogus pipeline
B) experimental realism
C) deception
D) quasi-experimental

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The bogus pipeline technique involves convincing participants that a lie detector or similar device can detect their lies, thereby encouraging them to be more truthful. Detective Morse's statement implies the use of a lie-detector to ensure honesty, fitting the description of the bogus pipeline technique.

When Interrogating a Woman in a String of Neighborhood Thefts