Exam 12: Interpersonal Deception

Which of the following forms of deception is an act of dissimulation?

Explain the difference between interactive and noninteractive contexts. Indicate which one advantages deceivers when they are lying to strangers, and explain why.

According to your text, which of the following is NOT a common reason for deception?

Make an argument for why our society condones some forms of deception (e.g., those involved in tact, discretion, politeness) while condemning others (e.g., perjury, bearing false witness). Is this an example of social hypocrisy or is there an underlying logic to this distinction? Back up your position with examples, and be sure to acknowledge the strengths of the opposing viewpoint.

Deception has several basic elements. Which of the following is NOT among them?

Pupil dilation usually decreases when people are being deceptive.

It is possible to be deceptive without ever saying a word.

Explain the difference between omission and equivocation, and give concrete examples of each.

How have researchers typically studied deceptive behaviors in cross-cultural environments?

One of the most common ways people discover they've been lied to is from third-party information.

Vocal characteristics are usually poor indicators of deception.

Frank's grandfather loved to fish. Every time he came back from the lake, he described catching and releasing a bigger and bigger fish. We can infer from this story that Frank's grandfather likely engaged in

Many forms of politeness and discretion involve being deceptive.

Deception done for the right reasons is not really deception.

Deceiving others online is a fairly common practice, especially when it comes to online dating services. Given what you've learned in this chapter and examples from the popular media, discuss some of the dangers inherent in online communication. Next, consider this question: Can people ever know for sure that someone is being honest with them online? How can we detect deception in cyberspace?

When Ronaldo shopped for his new flat-screen television, he was surprised at the cost differences between some of the models. When he asked the salesperson for help, the salesperson assured him that the lower-end models could display the same high-definition channels as the more expensive ones. Because he was on a tight budget, Ronaldo took the salesperson's advice and bought a cheaper model. Only when he got his TV home did Ronaldo realize that he needed to purchase an expensive converter box to actually receive HD channels. Which of the following statements is true about this scenario?

When Tonya's boss asked her what time their meeting with the new client was, she replied that it was set for that afternoon at 3:30. She was so certain that she did not bother to check her calendar first. When Tonya and her boss arrived at the client's office, the client was very upset because she had been waiting for 30 minutes for their 3:00 meeting. Tonya then checked her calendar, and sure enough, the meeting had been scheduled for 3:00. Which of the following is true of this scenario?

It is impossible to lie if everything you say is true.

Explain the principle behind the motivation impairment effect. Provide a detailed example of motivation impairment.