TED: How to spot a liar | Pamela Meyer

The video explores the concept of lying, highlighting its prevalence and the reasons behind it. It discusses how lying is a cooperative act and not all lies are harmful. The speaker explains how to detect deception using speech patterns and body language, emphasizing the importance of understanding human behavior. The video also touches on the societal acceptance of certain lies and the evolutionary aspect of deception.

What is the primary reason a lie gains power?

• The willingness of others to believe it

• The complexity of the lie

• The intelligence of the liar

• The frequency of the lie

What percentage of corporate revenues was lost to fraud in the United States last year?

• 5%

• 3%

• 7%

• 10%

According to studies, how often might you be lied to in a day?

• 1 to 10 times

• 50 to 100 times

• 5 to 50 times

• 10 to 200 times

Which group is more likely to lie about themselves?

• Men

• Women

• Children

• Introverts

What is a common misconception about liars and eye contact?

• Liars blink excessively

• Liars close their eyes

• Liars maintain too much eye contact

• Liars avoid eye contact

What is 'duping delight'?

• A feeling of guilt after lying

• A frown when caught lying

• A neutral expression when lying

• A smile when getting away with a lie

What is the expression of contempt characterized by?

• Both lips pulled down

• One eye closed

• One lip corner pulled up

• Both eyebrows raised

What is the main challenge in a noisy world according to the speaker?

• Ignoring false information

• Avoiding social media

• Being more explicit about our moral code

• Finding time for silence

What is the role of technology in detecting deception?

• It replaces human judgment

• It is not useful at all

• It complements human intuition

• It is the only reliable method

What is the speaker's ultimate goal in discussing deception?

• To encourage more lying

• To entertain the audience

• To teach a game of 'gotcha'

• To promote trust-building