The Primary Explanation(s) Suggested to Explain the Behavior of the Prison

question 138

Multiple Choice

The primary explanation(s) suggested to explain the behavior of the prison guards and prisoners in the Stanford Prison Simulation was

• A)obedience.
• B)conformity and situational factors.
• C)group polarization.
• D)social roles and situational factors.

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Definitions:

Allocation of Resources

The process of distributing available resources among various competing needs and uses to achieve desired objectives and outcomes.

Self-Interest

The action of working towards one's personal advantage, often considered a driving force behind economic decisions.

Equitable Distribution

A legal principle used in family law to fairly divide property and assets between partners during a divorce.

Functions of Prices

The role prices play in indicating the scarcity of goods and allocating resources in an economy.