In a Famous Social Psychological Experiment, Participants Were Led to Believe

question 51

Multiple Choice

In a famous social psychological experiment, participants were led to believe they were to deliver electric shocks of increasing potency to a "learner" for a memorization task. Participants were encouraged to continue even though the learner was clearly in pain, and most participants, in fact, did continue shocking the learner. What famous study is this describing?

• A) Asch line studies
• B) Milgram's studies of obedience
• C) Shultz's study of injunctive norms
• D) Moscovici's studies of minority influence

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Definitions:

Social Decentering

is the cognitive process by which an individual takes into consideration the thoughts, feelings, and perspectives of others, often leading to more empathetic and effective interpersonal interactions.

Distracted Sounds

Background noises or interruptions that can detract from the focus on the primary task or communication.

Nonverbal Cues

Subtle actions or expressions that communicate messages without words, including gestures, facial expressions, and body language.

Facial Expressions

Movements of the facial muscles that convey emotions, thoughts, or reactions without using words.