One Criticism of Zimbardo's Stanford Prison Experiment Is That Participants

question 137

Multiple Choice

One criticism of Zimbardo's Stanford Prison Experiment is that participants may have experienced ___________________ to behave according to their assigned roles as prisoners or guards.

• A)deindividuation
• B)demand characteristics
• C)confirmation bias
• D)obedience

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Definitions:

Social Learning Theory

A theory that suggests people learn new behaviors through observational learning of the social factors in their environment.

Deviant Acts

Behaviors that violate the norms or expectations of a society or community, which can range from minor to serious offenses.

Redefine Experiences

To redefine experiences means to alter or change the way experiences are understood, perceived, or valued, often leading to new insights or ways of engagement.

Subculture

A cultural group within a larger culture, often having beliefs or interests at variance with those of the larger culture.