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Milgram Experiment and Social Psychology Quiz

#1

Who conducted the Milgram Experiment?

Stanley Milgram
Explanation

Stanley Milgram conducted the experiment.

#2

What was the aim of the Milgram Experiment?

To investigate obedience to authority
Explanation

The aim was to study obedience to authority figures.

#3

What was the role of the 'learner' in the Milgram Experiment?

To receive shocks from the 'teacher'
Explanation

The learner's role was to receive shocks from the teacher.

#4

Which institution was involved in the Milgram Experiment?

Yale University
Explanation

Yale University was involved in the experiment.

#5

What was the primary method used to deceive participants in the Milgram Experiment?

Fake shock machine
Explanation

A fake shock machine was used to deceive participants.

#6

What percentage of participants in the Milgram Experiment were willing to administer the highest level of shock?

65%
Explanation

65% of participants were willing to administer the highest level of shock.

#7

Which factor did Milgram identify as crucial in influencing obedience?

Proximity of authority figure
Explanation

Proximity of the authority figure was crucial in influencing obedience.

#8

What term did Milgram coin to describe the psychological state of participants in the experiment?

Agentic state
Explanation

Milgram coined 'Agentic state' to describe the psychological state of participants.

#9

Which of the following factors did NOT influence the level of obedience in the Milgram Experiment?

Cultural background of the 'teacher'
Explanation

The cultural background of the teacher did not influence obedience.

#10

Which ethical principle was violated in the Milgram Experiment due to the psychological harm inflicted on participants?

Non-maleficence
Explanation

The principle of non-maleficence was violated due to psychological harm.

#11

What criticism was often directed at the ethical implications of the Milgram Experiment?

It deceived participants
Explanation

Criticism was directed at the deception of participants.

#12

What lasting impact did the Milgram Experiment have on the field of psychology?

It led to the establishment of ethical guidelines for research
Explanation

The experiment led to the establishment of ethical guidelines.

#13

What did the Milgram Experiment reveal about ordinary individuals?

They are capable of inflicting harm under certain conditions
Explanation

Ordinary individuals can inflict harm under certain conditions.

#14

Which famous social psychology concept was supported by the findings of the Milgram Experiment?

Diffusion of responsibility
Explanation

The experiment supported the concept of diffusion of responsibility.

#15

What alternative explanation did Milgram provide for the high obedience rates observed in the experiment?

Participants' fear of punishment
Explanation

Milgram suggested fear of punishment as an alternative explanation.

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