Module 5 Midterm
Module 5 Midterm
FERDINAND COLLEGE
COLLEGE OF CRIMINOLOGY
City of Ilagan, Isabela
FORENSIC 5 (LIE DETECTION TECHNIQUES)
SECOND SEMESTER, A.Y. 2020-2021
Prepared By: JULIE R. MANAYAN
Module 5:
FORMULATION OF QUESTION AND TYPES OF TEST QUESTION
9 HOURS (WEEK 10, 11, AND 12)
This module lesson is designed for 10th, 11th and 12th week of the 2st semester
school year 2020-2021. It discusses the different types of test and formulation of
questions. Activities are provided at the end of this module which will be accomplished
and submitted within the duration stated in the activity.
During the duration of the module lesson, additional activity or work management
will be given thru messenger or other available mode of online application. Subject to
the availability of internet connectivity, online discussion is also scheduled within this
week to summarize the topics contained in the module and module 4. The mode or app,
including the date and time of such discussion will be published the soonest.
LEARNING OUTCOME:
At the end of the topic, the students can:
1. Identify and explain the different types of test used in polygraph examination to
detect lie or truth.
2. Identify and discuss the different types of question and types of test.
3. Familiarize themselves on the sequencing of questions used in General Question
Test and Peak of Tension Test
4. Show proficiency in formulating questions using recommended technique
5. Show awareness on the rules in formulating questions.
6. Enumerate the different types of question and types of test.
TOPIC OUTLINE
For better understanding on the part of the learner, the lesson is arrange into the
following topics
a. The phraseology of the test question
b. Formulation of Question
c. Types of Test question
d. Sample set of General questions test
e. Supplementary test question
f. Question sequencing
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ST. FERDINAND COLLEGE
COLLEGE OF CRIMINOLOGY
City of Ilagan, Isabela
FORENSIC 5 (LIE DETECTION TECHNIQUES)
SECOND SEMESTER, A.Y. 2020-2021
Prepared By: JULIE R. MANAYAN
such a case the accused person himself may be unfamiliar with the complainant crude
terminology, and on his test it may be more appropriate, or even more essential, that
the other words and terms be used to describe the alleged occurrence.
The questions must be stated as simply as possible, and with a complete
avoidance of such double inquiries as “Did you shoot him and then run into your
house?” or “did you hit him and steal his money?” which combine two sets of facts or
concurrences, one of which might truthfully be answered by “yes” and the other by “no.”
All the questions must have only a single and unambiguous meaning. For
example where the victim of a crime is a woman whose name is Mary and a male
acquaintance is to tested, the woman’s full name or other specific identification should
be used in the question. Otherwise, it loses its full impact, and it also affords the subject
an opportunity to concentrate on some other woman named “Mary” when the relevant
question is asked. An additional illustration of the need for specificity may be found in a
case where husband, accused of striking his wife Helen, but that is now known to the
examiner. When the husband is tested and asked: “Did you strike Helen?” he may be
thinking of an occasion when he struck his wife Helen, which though process would
produce a false indication of deception with respect to his denial of his wife’s
accusation. This pitfall may be avoided by phrasing the question: “Did you strike your
wife Helen?”
There should be an avoidance of lengthy questions. The time consumed in
asking a long question minimize the impact it should have upon the subject. A long
question also can be confusing one, and this, too, can result in a loss of impact on a
lying subject; furthermore, it can result in a distributed reaction on the part of a truth-
telling person. When however, a lengthy question is needed in order to convey a full
and complete meaning it should be read and clearly explained to the subject prior to the
test, at which time he should be advised that a shortened version of the question is: “Did
you shoot Marilyn Ridgeway in the bathroom of an apartment at 2132 East Superior
Street in Chicago?” the subject should be informed, but told that on the other test will be
merely: “Did you shoot Marilyn Ridgeway?”
Words like “murder”, “rape”, and “embezzlement” should not be used in test
questions because they are not sufficiently precise in meaning. Instead of “murder,”
words such as “shoot” or “stab” should be used. For “rape,” the term “forced to have a
sexual intercourse” or “willingly have sexual intercourse” is more accurately descriptive
of the question even and also devoid of legal connotation. The same advantages are
possessed by the word “steal” over the word “embezzle.” In fact, most case situation a
descriptive expression on the event is much more desirable in a test question that a
single word which only describes the crime itself. It has been out of experience that the
perpetrators of criminal offenses may have sufficiently rationalized their conduct so that
to them their act of killing is not “murder,” their excessive persuasion not “rape,” and
their stealing of money while working for an inadequate salary not “embezzlement.”
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ST. FERDINAND COLLEGE
COLLEGE OF CRIMINOLOGY
City of Ilagan, Isabela
FORENSIC 5 (LIE DETECTION TECHNIQUES)
SECOND SEMESTER, A.Y. 2020-2021
Prepared By: JULIE R. MANAYAN
What are the Types of Test Questions and how they constructed?
The polygraph test consists of asking the subject/person through a list of
prepared question in a planned sequence comprising of not more than twelve. At least 3
test charts are taken, each lasting not more than four (4) minute with a rest interval of
five (5) to ten (10) minutes between charts.
There are also five set of tests that may applied during the polygraph
examination process
Test – I General Question Test
The purpose is to get the standard tracing of the subject and to establish a true
telling pattern for the initial part of the record. This test is about the case under
investigation.
Sample Set of General Question Test (GQT)
1. Have you ever been called by the name Juan? (Irrelevant)
2. Is today Friday? (Irrelevant)
3. Do you have anything to do with the robbery at SM last night? (Weak Relevant)
4. Are you over 20 years of age? (Irrelevant)
5. Were you one of those who robbed at the SM last night? (Strong Relevant)
6. Have you been involved in a robbery case this year? (Control Question-Relevant)
7. Do you drink water? (Irrelevant)
8. Was the pair of gloves found at SM yours? (Evidence Connecting-Relevant)
9. Do you know of anyone involved in the robbery at SM last night? (Knowledge
Question)
10. Have you ever been involved in any robbery in your entire life? (Secondary Control)
Test –II Number or Card Test (Psychological Test, Stimulation or Verification Test)
The purpose is to check the possible deliberate distortion when the chosen
number is asked and to obtain a chart wherein the subject is not under stress.
Test III – Spot Responder
The purpose is to determine the responsiveness of the subject to crucial question
on spot responses. This test contains questions previously asked in General Question
Test.
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ST. FERDINAND COLLEGE
COLLEGE OF CRIMINOLOGY
City of Ilagan, Isabela
FORENSIC 5 (LIE DETECTION TECHNIQUES)
SECOND SEMESTER, A.Y. 2020-2021
Prepared By: JULIE R. MANAYAN
Relevant question are further classified according to its stimulation effect when
applied, namely:
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ST. FERDINAND COLLEGE
COLLEGE OF CRIMINOLOGY
City of Ilagan, Isabela
FORENSIC 5 (LIE DETECTION TECHNIQUES)
SECOND SEMESTER, A.Y. 2020-2021
Prepared By: JULIE R. MANAYAN
Did you eat today?
Do you smoke?
Test – I General Question Test
The purpose is to get the standard tracing of the subject and to establish a true
telling pattern for the initial part of the record. This test is about the case under
investigation.
Sample Set of General Question Test (GQT)
1. Have you ever been called by the name Juan? (Irrelevant)
2. Is today Friday? (Irrelevant)
3. Do you have anything to do with the robbery at SM last night? (Weak Relevant)
4. Are you over 20 years of age? (Irrelevant)
5. Were you one of those who robbed at the SM last night? (Strong Relevant)
6. Have you been involved in a robbery case this year? (Control Question-Relevant)
7. Do you drink water? (Irrelevant)
8. Was the pair of gloves found at SM yours? (Evidence Connecting-Relevant)
9. Do you know of anyone involved in the robbery at SM last night? (Knowledge
Question)
10. Have you ever been involved in any robbery in your entire life? (Secondary Control)
11. Have you deliberately lied to any question I have asked you (Relevant Check
Question) (optional)
What are other questions that maybe asked in the Polygraph Technique?
1. Check Question – last question asked in the lie test. it is direct question that
relates to the fact that the subject has told the truth to all questions asked in the
lie test.
2. Flashing Expedition Test Questions – used to vagrants or loiters for routine
interrogation. No idea about what offense has been committed.
Ex. Have you ever been arrested before?
Are you wanted anywhere now by the police?
What are the Supplementary Test Questions and how they are constructed?
GROUP 6
Aside from the standard tests described earlier, the following special test may be
performed and incorporated as part of the procedure or may be used as supplementary
test depending upon the result of the standard test in order to draw a better conclusion
These three questions are based on the Backster technique grouped together to
confirm the previous charts and may detect indirect involvement on guilty knowledge.
Ex. (S) Do you suspect anyone in particular of stealing Zachary cell phone.
(K) Do you know for sure who stole Zachary cell phone?
(Y) Did you steal Zachary cell phone?
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ST. FERDINAND COLLEGE
COLLEGE OF CRIMINOLOGY
City of Ilagan, Isabela
FORENSIC 5 (LIE DETECTION TECHNIQUES)
SECOND SEMESTER, A.Y. 2020-2021
Prepared By: JULIE R. MANAYAN
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ST. FERDINAND COLLEGE
COLLEGE OF CRIMINOLOGY
City of Ilagan, Isabela
FORENSIC 5 (LIE DETECTION TECHNIQUES)
SECOND SEMESTER, A.Y. 2020-2021
Prepared By: JULIE R. MANAYAN
The most common techniques in sequencing questions are the Reid-Indau
Relevant –Irrelevant Test and the Backster’s Zone Comparison Test
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ST. FERDINAND COLLEGE
COLLEGE OF CRIMINOLOGY
City of Ilagan, Isabela
FORENSIC 5 (LIE DETECTION TECHNIQUES)
SECOND SEMESTER, A.Y. 2020-2021
Prepared By: JULIE R. MANAYAN
4. Periodic Testing – this is conducted for the purpose of determining the honesty of
employees assigned to sensitive position. It also acts as a constant to employee’s
dishonesty.
References:
1. POLYGRAPH THE ART AND SCIENCE OF LIE DETECTION; By Nicolas S.
Caballero; Philippine Copyright, 2012 By Wiseman’s Books Trading, INC.
2. Dualan, Jesusreydel T. – “Notes on Basic Polygraph Operation”.
3. Manalo, Cenon E.-“Handbook on Polygraph (Lie Detector) and Examination
Techniques”.
4. “Operational Manual of Polygraph”
5. Handbook on polygraph: By Rosemarie B. Curugan, Homer T, Dalilis and Dipnip
P, Pagnas: Copyright 2003 By J.C. Palabay Enterprises, Inc.
6. Polygraphy Lie Detection , By Col. William A. Revisa, and Prof. Joner C. Villaluz,
Philippine Copyright, 2011, by Wiseman’s Book Trading, Inc.
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