The Zimbardo (1973) Experiment, Where a Randomly Assigned Role as a Prisoner

question 39

Multiple Choice

The Zimbardo (1973) experiment, where a randomly assigned role as a prisoner or guard in a mock prison affected participants' behavior, is an example of a ______ type of study.

• A) cognitive
• B) developmental
• C) biological
• D) social

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