Which of the Following Studies Was Controversial Enough to Spark

question 83

Multiple Choice

Which of the following studies was controversial enough to spark discussion of the ethics of research and ultimately resulted in the creation of IRBs to protect participant rights?

• A) Ashton-James and colleagues (2009) study of the influence of mood and culture on openness to novelty
• B) Greitemeyer and colleagues (2012) study of the influence of video games on aggression
• C) Milgram's (1963) studies of obedience to an authority telling participants to deliver electrical shocks to a confederate
• D) Newcomb's (1961) study of interpersonal attraction in a highly structured dormitory setting

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