Which of the Following Is NOT a Positive Outcome of the Milgram

question 106

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a positive outcome of the Milgram obedience study?

• A) The subjects learned that they would obey an order to hurt another.
• B) The subjects were glad they had been in the study.
• C) The results further our knowledge about human behavior.
• D) The results further our knowledge about the power of orders.

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Definitions:

Conflict Theory

A sociological perspective that focuses on the societal tensions, power dynamics, and inequalities that stem from competing interests, resources, and power.

Functionalist Theory

A sociological perspective emphasizing that all parts of society are interconnected, functioning together to maintain stability and social order.

Power/Knowledge Dynamic

The ways in which power and knowledge interact with each other, influencing how knowledge is created, disseminated, and employed to maintain or challenge power structures.

Foucault

A French philosopher and social theorist known for his analysis of power and discourse and for influencing a broad spectrum of social sciences.