In One Study, Groups of Subjects Discuss the Punishment Appropriate

question 56

Multiple Choice

In one study, groups of subjects discuss the punishment appropriate for "Johnny Rocco," a juvenile delinquent. In this experiment, subjects LEAST liked an accomplice when he played the role of a person who ____.

• A)agreed with the group ("mode")
• B)disagreed with the group ("deviant")
• C)originally agreed and then came to disagree with the group ("lost soul")
• D)disagreed and then came to agree with the group ("slider")

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Definitions:

Multifactorial

Having many factors that contribute to it, often used in the context of genetics, behavior, and disease causation.

Empirical

Is about, focuses on, or is validated by seeing or living through something firsthand rather than by theory or abstract thought.

Direct Observation

A research method where behaviors or phenomena are watched and recorded as they naturally occur, without interference or manipulation by the observer.

Internal Events

Experiences or occurrences within one's own mind or body, such as thoughts, feelings, or physiological changes.