Which of the Following Psychologists Began a Series of Studies

question 118

Multiple Choice

Which of the following psychologists began a series of studies in the 1960s investigating the factors involved in determining whether a person will help a stranger?

• A)Solomon Asch and Stanley Milgram
• B)Bibb Latané and John Darley
• C)Phil Zimbardo and Solomon Asch
• D)Muzafer Sherif and Phil Zimbardo

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Definitions:

Polygraph

A polygraph, or lie detector test, measures physiological responses to questions to determine truthfulness.

Parasympathetic Nervous System

Part of the autonomic nervous system that helps the body conserve energy and promotes relaxation and digestion.

Somatic Nervous System

A component of the peripheral nervous system that controls voluntary movements of the body's muscles.

Central Nervous System

The part of the nervous system consisting of the brain and spinal cord, which integrates information received from the body and coordinates activity.