After a Subject in His Obedience Experiment Repeatedly Protested and Questioned

question 57

Essay

After a subject in his obedience experiment repeatedly protested and questioned the experimenter,Milgram commented that "He thinks he is killing someone,yet he uses the language of the tea table." What four factors help explain why an individual,such as this man,could become morally disengaged from the consequences of his actions?

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Definitions:

Structured Interviews

A standardized way of conducting interviews where all candidates are asked the same predetermined questions.

Groupthink

A phenomenon where the desire for harmony in a decision-making group overrides realistic appraisal of alternatives.

Individual Basis

Acting or considered on a case-by-case basis, taking into account the unique circumstances of each person.

Managing Diversity

Involves creating an inclusive environment that accepts each individual's differences, enables all employees to perform to their potential, and maximizes the benefits of diversity within the organization.