Which of the Following Factors Increases the Likelihood of Obedience

question 31

Multiple Choice

Which of the following factors increases the likelihood of obedience in Milgram's studies?

• A)the social status of a participant
• B)the age and gender of an experimenter
• C)the closeness of an authority
• D)the legitimacy of a participant

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Definitions:

Social Power

The ability of an individual or group to influence or control others within a social structure, often determined by factors such as position, resources, and relationships.

Coercive Power

Refers to the capability to force someone to perform a desired action by threatening with negative consequences.

Car Ratings

Evaluations or assessments provided by experts or consumers regarding the performance, safety, and overall quality of automobiles.

Type of Power

Refers to different forms of influence someone can have over others, including coercive, legitimate, expert, referent, and reward power.