When Milgram Conducted His First Series of Experiments with a Sample

question 41

Multiple Choice

When Milgram conducted his first series of experiments with a sample of 20- to 50-year-old men,he found that over 60 percent of them:

• A)refused to deliver shocks beyond 150 volts.
• B)refused to deliver shocks past the 300-volt level.
• C)went all the way to 450 volts.
• D)asked to be released from the experiment by 135 volts.

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Definitions:

Escalating Commitment

The phenomenon where individuals or organizations continue to invest in a decision, action, or project despite evidence of its failing outcome.

Decision Makers

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Rationalize

To attempt to explain or justify behavior or an attitude with logical reasons, even if these are not appropriate.

Authority Decisions

Decisions made by individuals or bodies within an organization who hold power or authority, often related to governance, policy, and strategic direction.