Which Statement Correctly Characterizes One Aspect of Stanley Milgram's Study

question 99

Multiple Choice

Which statement correctly characterizes one aspect of Stanley Milgram's study of obedience?

• A) Subjects were shown an ominous-looking shock machine that was marked 0 to 450 volts.
• B) Participants in the study were randomly assigned to be teachers or learners.
• C) Participants were shocked when they made errors in reciting word pairs.
• D) A learner and the teacher sat side by side across from the shock machine.

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Definitions:

Neutral Stimulus

A stimulus that initially produces no specific response other than focusing attention before conditioning.

Unconditioned Stimulus

In classical conditioning, a stimulus that naturally and automatically triggers a response without prior learning.

Primary Stimulus

The initial or main source of stimulation that elicits a response in sensory, behavioral, or cognitive processes.

Secondary Stimulus

A stimulus that acquires the capacity to evoke a conditioned response after being paired with a primary stimulus.