Milgram's Experiment Asked Students to Deliver a Shock to Another

question 33

Multiple Choice

Milgram's experiment asked students to deliver a shock to another student when they had an incorrect response. The person delivering the shock did not know there was no real shock. What aspect of research ethics is highlighted in the Milgram experiment?

• A) Milgram did not need to worry about research ethics as there is no violation.
• B) Milgram only needs to obtain consent for participants involved in the study.
• C) Milgram should obtain informed consent and debrief participants after the study.
• D) This study should have never been allowed due to several unethical practices.

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