Originally Posted by
justforfun
Lying requires intention to deceive. If she legitimately forgot she had the apple, she wasn't lying.
Nothing in her statements suggests she forgot. Indeed, she admits she put it in her bag with the intention of eating it later. The questions aren't ambiguous, either. She should have known.
If in doubt, declare. This is Global Entry 101 and I have zero sympathy for people that think the rules don't apply to them.