Zimbardo Attributed the Behavior of the Subjects in His "Stanford

question 112

Multiple Choice

Zimbardo attributed the behavior of the subjects in his "Stanford Prison Study" to

• A)his leadership behavior.
• B)the roles the subjects played.
• C)the personality traits of prisoners.
• D)failures to process relevant information.

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Definitions:

Society's Response

The collective reaction or action taken by the members of a society towards an event, issue, or change.

Behavior

The way in which one acts or conducts oneself, especially towards others.

Cultural Context

The environment or situation which includes the social, historical, and cultural conventions and circumstances that influence understanding or the interpretation of information.

Gender

A social construct that refers to roles, behaviors, activities, expectations, and norms that societies consider appropriate for men and women.