If You Recall the Experiment Conducted by Stanley Milgram, It

question 6

Multiple Choice

If you recall the experiment conducted by Stanley Milgram, it is clear that cognitive dissonance theory played a large role in subjects' willingness to shock the helpless "learners." Which of the following statements might best predict higher levels of dissonance in the subjects?

• A) Subjects appeared to feel calmer when the "learner" was in the room.
• B) Subjects were relieved of any responsibility by the experimenter.
• C) Subjects felt personally responsible for their actions.
• D) Subjects were paid a large sum of money to participate.

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