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Math Is Hard said:
What was the time you posted? I can't make my mind whether it was third lie of yesterday that you didn't want to waste, of if it was first lie of today, to bring the average up.
How Often Do We Lie? - Physics Forums
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The forum discussion centers on the nature of lying, with participants sharing personal experiences and opinions on the frequency and context of their lies. Many contributors acknowledge that while they may not lie habitually, they do bend the truth for various reasons, such as to protect others' feelings or maintain social harmony. The conversation highlights the complexity of honesty, suggesting that the motivation behind a lie is often more significant than the act itself. Participants also express skepticism about the reliability of self-reported lying in polls, emphasizing the subjective nature of truth-telling.
PREREQUISITES- Understanding of social psychology concepts related to honesty and deception.
- Familiarity with the ethical implications of lying in interpersonal relationships.
- Knowledge of survey methodology and the limitations of self-reported data.
- Awareness of cultural attitudes towards lying and truth-telling.
- Research the psychological effects of lying on relationships and trust.
- Explore ethical frameworks regarding honesty and deception in communication.
- Investigate the impact of social norms on truth-telling behavior.
- Examine studies on self-reporting biases in surveys about personal behavior.
Psychologists, sociologists, ethicists, and anyone interested in the complexities of human communication and the moral implications of lying.
What was the time you posted? I can't make my mind whether it was third lie of yesterday that you didn't want to waste, of if it was first lie of today, to bring the average up.
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theneedtoknow
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I am a man and I lie more than 4 times a day (this not being one of them...OR IS IT?)
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BobG
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Math Is Hard said:
Thanks! I got it cut this way just for you!
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drizzle
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I voted I'm a lad, I never lie...
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zoobyshoe
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I don't always tell lies, but when I do I say: "I prefer Dos Equis."
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Jonathan Scott
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I lie extremely rarely, but not quite never, so there wasn't an option I could select.
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