Why Do You Lie?
Medically Reviewed by Smitha Bhandari, MD on March 16, 2023
Question 1/14
Most people lie in everyday conversations.
- True
- False
Question 2/14
People often lie to:
- Get ahead
- Not hurt others
- Keep the peace
- All the above
Question 3/14
When are you more likely to lie?
- Morning
- Afternoon
- No difference
Question 4/14
Most people lie more when this is threatened:
- Your job
- Your money
- Your self-esteem
Question 5/14
Men lie more often than women.
- True
- False
Question 6/14
You’re more likely to lie to a co-worker than a stranger.
- True
- False
Question 7/14
Children start to deceive:
- Before they can talk
- Around age 3
- Around age 5
Question 8/14
Older children are more likely to lie for the good of a group than younger ones.
- True
- False
Question 9/14
Animals don’t lie.
- True
- False
Question 10/14
People like this are more likely to detect a liar:
- More trusting
- More suspicious
- Taller
Question 11/14
Highly trained experts can tell when someone is lying.
- True
- False
Question 12/14
What does a polygraph machine measure?
- Blood pressure
- Breathing rate
- Both of the above
Question 13/14
Which typically takes more time and effort?
- Telling a lie
- Telling the truth
- No difference
Question 14/14
You may be a pathological liar if you:
- Only lie to get money or material goods
- Only lie to make yourself look good
- Lie for no reason