In the Libet Et Al

question 47

Multiple Choice

In the Libet et al. study (1983) that asked participants to flex their wrist and record when they decided to flex it,

• A) people were not very accurate in determining when they actually moved their wrist.
• B) participants flexed their wrists in response to a flashing light.
• C) the results suggested that the brain started to flex the wrist before participants were conscious of their decision to do so.
• D) researchers concluded there is no free will.

Recognize the psychological concepts and theories related to attitudes and their formation.

Understand the concept of obedience and the factors that affect it.

Recognize the importance of situational influences on social behavior.

Identify the characteristics and dynamics of group behavior.

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