The Results of Zimbardo's Experiment on Deindividuation and Aggression, in Which

question 17

Multiple Choice

The results of Zimbardo's experiment on deindividuation and aggression, in which some subjects "shocked" a confederate while wearing hoods and loose-fitting robes, suggest that:

• A) anonymity reduces concern over social evaluation and therefore tends to increase aggression
• B) individuals are usually more aggressive when alone than in groups because there is no one around to make them feel guilty
• C) individuals are less aggressive when anonymous because they feel more responsible for their behaviors
• D) anonymity reduces self-esteem and therefore increases the likelihood of aggressive behaviors

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