Polygraph Glossary Technique

You Phase

Definition

The You Phase is the most commonly used format in the Backster Zone Comparison Technique. It addresses a single issue and single degree of involvement using two or three slightly different relevant questions plus a Sacrifice Relevant Question. It is considered powerful because of its tight focus ...

What Is the You Phase?

The You Phase is the most commonly used format in the Backster Zone Comparison Technique. It addresses a single issue and single degree of involvement using two or three slightly different relevant questions plus a Sacrifice Relevant Question. It is considered powerful because of its tight focus on essentially one question. Research on the technique has been inadequate.

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