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> [...] the fiction of the efficacy of polygraphs "Do they work?" is one question. But if you apply for a job at any of the intelligence agencies (NSA, CIA, e
by frank_boyd 13y ago
> [...] the fiction of the efficacy of polygraphs
"Do they work?" is one question.
But if you apply for a job at any of the intelligence agencies (NSA, CIA, etc.), you'll have to pass this test. So be prepared.
- drcube 13y agoWhy do supposedly professional, competent organizations choose to use worthless voo-doo such as polygraphs for any reason whatsoever, let alone important functions such as hiring? Sounds to me like anybody helping illustrate their ineffectiveness is doing the world a favor.
- moron4hire 13y agoFlawed, ostensibly objective tests for subjective, volatile, potentially unkowable information (ie polygraphs, job interviews, school aptitude tests, IQ tests, etc) adre all about passing the buck to the next guy. If it ever turns out that someone is an enemy spy, then the person who hired him can't be blamed, because he "passed the polygraph". It's about plausible deniabiltlity and CYA.