How to Pass a Lie Detector Test

There aren't any special tricks or secrets to passing a lie detector test (more formally known as a polygraph). However, it can be a very stressful experience. If you aren't prepared or get too upset, the results can come back as inconclusive. But by following these tips, you should have no problem successfully passing a lie detector test.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

1. Stay calm. A polygraph test measures heart rate, pulse and body temperature. If you get upset, your heart rate and body temperature naturally increase. The readings need to be based on your relaxed heart rate in order to be considered "norms."

2. Cooperate with the test administrator. They will attach the various sensors to you. Your cooperation in order to make sure these are attached at the appropriate places is essential.

3. Follow the instructions. In preparing for the lie detector test, the administrator will ask you a series of test questions. These are to provide the "norms" on the graph to which all other questions will be compared. Make sure you understand each question, as your responses are important to make sure your test results are conclusive. Sometimes the administrator will ask you to tell a lie for there to be a "norm" on the graphs for when you tell a lie.

4. Tell the truth. As long as you tell the truth and follow the previous steps, you'll pass the lie detector test. Don't over-analyze questions. Don't try to beat the system. Make sure you're telling the truth to pass the test.

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[mj62509]

on 12/16/2009 I do have to agree with the above response. I've taken a polygraph test. It's not easy cause sometimes they will throw in trick questions just to keep track of your responses. I failed mine because I panicked and took too long to answer causing the 'results' to go off the charts.

[nicolaschx]

on 10/8/2009 Nonsense.... I have been a psychophysiologist since 1975, trained in all types of psychological testing procedures including polygraph testing. The answer above is the 'wives' tale' answer from B-movie scripts and will get an examinee caught faster than you can blink an eye. Tensioning the sphincter, tacks in shoes, causing pain or discomfort in the body and trying to control bodily functions is an obvious red-flag to a professional. Such simplistic techniques are for simple-minded people, and will make an examinee appear deceptive regardless of guilt. This was obviously written by an uneducated individual.
RJ Fleming, PhD.