In One of His Experiments, Milgram Had Two Actors Portray

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Multiple Choice

In one of his experiments, Milgram had two actors portray "teachers" resisting orders and walking out of the experiment in front of the other "teachers" who were real subjects. Milgram found that when the real subjects viewed this resistance to an authority, they were more likely to

• A)side with the authority and still obey the authority.
• B)rebuke the resisters for their behavior.
• C)disobey the authority.
• D)still obey the authority, but only if the authority has higher status than the resister.

Describe the developmental milestones in children's understanding and use of language.

Explain the principles of perceptual development and object permanence in infants.

Recognize the importance of neural development, including pruning and maturation.

Understand the cognitive strategies used in problem-solving and learning.

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Definitions:

B.F. Skinner

An influential American psychologist best known for his work in behaviorism and the development of the theory of operant conditioning.

Margaret Mead

An American cultural anthropologist known for her studies and writings on cultural phenomena and her influence on the field of anthropology.

Formal Education

A structured system of learning provided by institutions like schools and universities, focusing on theoretical knowledge and practical skills development.

Working Adults

Individuals in the workforce, typically ranging from young adults to those nearing retirement, engaged in full-time or part-time employment.