1.5: Jerry Burger (2009)

Question 1

What is one of the most famous psychology experiments ever undertaken?

Answer 1

Milgram’s study is one of the most famous psychology experiments ever undertaken

Question 2

Milgram’s study is one of the most famous psychology experiments ever undertaken, but would what be found today?

Answer 2

Milgram’s study is one of the most famous psychology experiments ever undertaken, but would similar results be found today?

Question 3

Milgram’s study is one of the most famous psychology experiments ever undertaken, but would similar results be found today?
Milgram’s study would also be what under present-day guidelines?

Answer 3

Milgram’s study would also be unethical under present-day guidelines

Question 4

Milgram’s study is one of the most famous psychology experiments ever undertaken, but would similar results be found today?
Milgram’s study would also be unethical under present-day guidelines.
However, what did Burger develop?

Answer 4

Burger developed a version of Milgram’s procedure that addressed ethical concerns

Question 5

Milgram’s study is one of the most famous psychology experiments ever undertaken, but would similar results be found today?
Milgram’s study would also be unethical under present-day guidelines.
However, Burger developed a version of Milgram’s procedure that addressed ethical concerns, so that a comparison could be made between what?

Answer 5

Burger developed a version of Milgram’s procedure that addressed ethical concerns, so that a comparison could be made between obedience rates in:

1. The 1960s
2. Now

Question 6

What was the aim of Burger’s study?

Answer 6

The aim of Burger’s study was to develop a variation of Milgram’s procedures, allowing comparison with the original investigation

Question 7

The aim of Burger’s study was to develop a variation of Milgram’s procedures, allowing comparison with the original investigation, while doing what?

Answer 7

The aim of Burger’s study was to develop a variation of Milgram’s procedures, allowing comparison with the original investigation, while protecting the well-being of participants

Question 8

What was the method and procedure of Burger’s study?

Answer 8

The method and procedure of Burger’s study was that most of Milgram’s procedure was followed

Question 9

The method and procedure of Burger’s study was that most of Milgram’s procedure was followed, including what?

Answer 9

The method and procedure of Burger’s study was that most of Milgram’s procedure was followed, including the:

1. Words used in the memory test
2. Experimenter’s lab coat

Question 10

The method and procedure of Burger’s study was that most of Milgram’s procedure was followed, including the words used in the memory test and the experimenter’s lab coat.
However, what were made?

Answer 10

Important changes were made

Question 11

The method and procedure of Burger’s study was that most of Milgram’s procedure was followed, including the words used in the memory test and the experimenter’s lab coat.
However, important changes were made.
1. Noone with what was used?

Answer 11

Noone with knowledge of Milgram’s study was used

Question 12

The method and procedure of Burger’s study was that most of Milgram’s procedure was followed, including the words used in the memory test and the experimenter’s lab coat.
However, important changes were made.
1. Noone with knowledge of Milgram’s study was used and what was the maximum apparent shock?

Answer 12

Noone with knowledge of Milgram’s study was used and the maximum apparent shock was 150 volts

Question 13

The method and procedure of Burger’s study was that most of Milgram’s procedure was followed, including the words used in the memory test and the experimenter’s lab coat.
However, important changes were made.
1. Noone with knowledge of Milgram’s study was used and the maximum apparent shock was 150 volts, the level at which what?

Answer 13

Noone with knowledge of Milgram’s study was used and the maximum apparent shock was 150 volts, the level at which the learner first cries in pain

Question 14

The method and procedure of Burger’s study was that most of Milgram’s procedure was followed, including the words used in the memory test and the experimenter’s lab coat.
However, important changes were made.
1. Noone with knowledge of Milgram’s study was used and the maximum apparent shock was 150 volts, the level at which the learner first cries in pain, in order to do what?

Answer 14

Noone with knowledge of Milgram’s study was used and the maximum apparent shock was 150 volts, the level at which the learner first cries in pain, in order to protect participants from intense stress

Question 15

The method and procedure of Burger’s study was that most of Milgram’s procedure was followed, including the words used in the memory test and the experimenter’s lab coat.
However, important changes were made.
1. Noone with knowledge of Milgram’s study was used and the maximum apparent shock was 150 volts, the level at which the learner first cries in pain, in order to protect participants from intense stress.
2. A what for participants was used to exclude any participants who might react negatively?

Answer 15

A 2-step screening process for participants was used to exclude any participants who might react negatively

Question 16

The method and procedure of Burger’s study was that most of Milgram’s procedure was followed, including the words used in the memory test and the experimenter’s lab coat.
However, important changes were made.
1. Noone with knowledge of Milgram’s study was used and the maximum apparent shock was 150 volts, the level at which the learner first cries in pain, in order to protect participants from intense stress.
2. A 2-step screening process for participants was used to exclude any participants who might react negatively.
Noone with what was accepted?

Answer 16

Noone with a history of:
1. Mental problems
Or,
2. Stress reactions
was accepted

Question 17

The method and procedure of Burger’s study was that most of Milgram’s procedure was followed, including the words used in the memory test and the experimenter’s lab coat.
However, important changes were made.
1. Noone with knowledge of Milgram’s study was used and the maximum apparent shock was 150 volts, the level at which the learner first cries in pain, in order to protect participants from intense stress.
2. A 2-step screening process for participants was used to exclude any participants who might react negatively.
Noone with a history of mental problems or stress reactions was accepted.
Who did this exclude?

Answer 17

This excluded 38% of potential participants

Question 18

The method and procedure of Burger’s study was that most of Milgram’s procedure was followed, including the words used in the memory test and the experimenter’s lab coat.
However, important changes were made.
1. Noone with knowledge of Milgram’s study was used and the maximum apparent shock was 150 volts, the level at which the learner first cries in pain, in order to protect participants from intense stress.
2. A 2-step screening process for participants was used to exclude any participants who might react negatively.
Noone with a history of mental problems or stress reactions was accepted.
This excluded 38% of potential participants.
3. Participants were told how many times they could withdraw at any time?

Answer 18

Participants were told 3 times they could withdraw at any time

Question 19

The method and procedure of Burger’s study was that most of Milgram’s procedure was followed, including the words used in the memory test and the experimenter’s lab coat.
However, important changes were made.
1. Noone with knowledge of Milgram’s study was used and the maximum apparent shock was 150 volts, the level at which the learner first cries in pain, in order to protect participants from intense stress.
2. A 2-step screening process for participants was used to exclude any participants who might react negatively.
Noone with a history of mental problems or stress reactions was accepted.
This excluded 38% of potential participants.
3. Participants were told 3 times they could withdraw at any time and received only a what real shock?

Answer 19

Participants were told 3 times they could withdraw at any time and received only a 15 volt real shock

Question 20

The method and procedure of Burger’s study was that most of Milgram’s procedure was followed, including the words used in the memory test and the experimenter’s lab coat.
However, important changes were made.
1. Noone with knowledge of Milgram’s study was used and the maximum apparent shock was 150 volts, the level at which the learner first cries in pain, in order to protect participants from intense stress.
2. A 2-step screening process for participants was used to exclude any participants who might react negatively.
Noone with a history of mental problems or stress reactions was accepted.
This excluded 38% of potential participants.
3. Participants were told 3 times they could withdraw at any time and received only a 15 volt real shock, as opposed to the what applied in Milgram’s study?

Answer 20

Participants were told 3 times they could withdraw at any time and received only a 15 volt real shock, as opposed to the 45 volts applied in Milgram’s study

Question 21

The method and procedure of Burger’s study was that most of Milgram’s procedure was followed, including the words used in the memory test and the experimenter’s lab coat.
However, important changes were made.
1. Noone with knowledge of Milgram’s study was used and the maximum apparent shock was 150 volts, the level at which the learner first cries in pain, in order to protect participants from intense stress.
2. A 2-step screening process for participants was used to exclude any participants who might react negatively.
Noone with a history of mental problems or stress reactions was accepted.
This excluded 38% of potential participants.
3. Participants were told 3 times they could withdraw at any time and received only a 15 volt real shock, as opposed to the 45 volts applied in Milgram’s study.
4. Who was the experimenter?

Answer 21

The experimenter was a clinical psychologist

Question 22

The method and procedure of Burger’s study was that most of Milgram’s procedure was followed, including the words used in the memory test and the experimenter’s lab coat.
However, important changes were made.
1. Noone with knowledge of Milgram’s study was used and the maximum apparent shock was 150 volts, the level at which the learner first cries in pain, in order to protect participants from intense stress.
2. A 2-step screening process for participants was used to exclude any participants who might react negatively.
Noone with a history of mental problems or stress reactions was accepted.
This excluded 38% of potential participants.
3. Participants were told 3 times they could withdraw at any time and received only a 15 volt real shock, as opposed to the 45 volts applied in Milgram’s study.
4. The experimenter was a clinical psychologist, who could do what?

Answer 22

The experimenter was a clinical psychologist, who could stop the procedure at any sign of excessive stress

Question 23

The method and procedure of Burger’s study was that most of Milgram’s procedure was followed, including the words used in the memory test and the experimenter’s lab coat.
However, important changes were made.
1. Noone with knowledge of Milgram’s study was used and the maximum apparent shock was 150 volts, the level at which the learner first cries in pain, in order to protect participants from intense stress.
2. A 2-step screening process for participants was used to exclude any participants who might react negatively.
Noone with a history of mental problems or stress reactions was accepted.
This excluded 38% of potential participants.
3. Participants were told 3 times they could withdraw at any time and received only a 15 volt real shock, as opposed to the 45 volts applied in Milgram’s study.
4. The experimenter was a clinical psychologist, who could stop the procedure at any sign of excessive stress.
5. Who were used?

Answer 23

70:
1. Male
2. Female
participants were used

Question 24

The method and procedure of Burger’s study was that most of Milgram’s procedure was followed, including the words used in the memory test and the experimenter’s lab coat.
However, important changes were made.
1. Noone with knowledge of Milgram’s study was used and the maximum apparent shock was 150 volts, the level at which the learner first cries in pain, in order to protect participants from intense stress.
2. A 2-step screening process for participants was used to exclude any participants who might react negatively.
Noone with a history of mental problems or stress reactions was accepted.
This excluded 38% of potential participants.
3. Participants were told 3 times they could withdraw at any time and received only a 15 volt real shock, as opposed to the 45 volts applied in Milgram’s study.
4. The experimenter was a clinical psychologist, who could stop the procedure at any sign of excessive stress.
5. 70 male and female participants were used.
Who approved the procedure?

Answer 24

The relevant ethical monitoring body approved the procedure

Question 25

What are the findings of Burger’s study?

Answer 25

The findings of Burger’s study are that Burger found an obedience rate of 70%

Question 26

The findings of Burger’s study are that Burger found an obedience rate of 70%, with no difference between what?

Answer 26

The findings of Burger’s study are that Burger found an obedience rate of 70%, with no difference between:
1. Male
2. Female
obedience rates

Question 27

The findings of Burger’s study are that Burger found an obedience rate of 70%, with no difference between male and female obedience rates.
Another condition, where what, failed to do what?

Answer 27

Another condition, where a second defiant confederate teacher was introduced, failed to reduce obedience significantly

Question 28

The findings of Burger’s study are that Burger found an obedience rate of 70%, with no difference between male and female obedience rates.
Another condition, where a second defiant confederate teacher was introduced, failed to reduce obedience significantly, unlike what?

Answer 28

Another condition, where a second defiant confederate teacher was introduced, failed to reduce obedience significantly, unlike Milgram’s findings

Question 29

What are the conclusions of Burger’s study?

Answer 29

The conclusions of Burger’s study are that it is possible to replicate Milgram’s study in a fashion non-harmful to participants

Question 30

The conclusions of Burger’s study are that it is possible to replicate Milgram’s study in a fashion non-harmful to participants.
Obedience rates have what in the 50-odd years since Milgram’s study?

Answer 30

Obedience rates have not changed dramatically in the 50-odd years since Milgram’s study

Question 31

What is the evaluation of Burger’s study?

Answer 31

The evaluation of Burger’s study is that Burger’s technique permits obedience research to be conducted that has not been possible for decades

Question 32

The evaluation of Burger’s study is that Burger’s technique permits obedience research to be conducted that has not been possible for decades.
What are Burger’s efforts to improve the ethics of the study uncertain in?

Answer 32

Burger’s efforts to improve the ethics of the study are uncertain in their effectiveness

Question 33

The evaluation of Burger’s study is that Burger’s technique permits obedience research to be conducted that has not been possible for decades.
Burger’s efforts to improve the ethics of the study are uncertain in their effectiveness and pose what?

Answer 33

Burger’s efforts to improve the ethics of the study:

1. Are uncertain in their effectiveness
2. Pose impractical demands

Question 34

The evaluation of Burger’s study is that Burger’s technique permits obedience research to be conducted that has not been possible for decades.
Burger’s efforts to improve the ethics of the study are uncertain in their effectiveness and pose impractical demands.
What do not allow a clear comparison of results?

Answer 34

The different procedures used by:
1. Milgram
2. Burger
do not allow a clear comparison of results

Question 35

The evaluation of Burger’s study is that Burger’s technique permits obedience research to be conducted that has not been possible for decades.
Burger’s efforts to improve the ethics of the study are uncertain in their effectiveness and pose impractical demands.
The different procedures used by Milgram and Burger do not allow a clear comparison of results.
What does Burger’s study highlight the difficulties of?

Answer 35

Burger’s study highlights the difficulties of extending research on destructive obedience in the context of contemporary ethical guidelines

Question 36

When did Burger’s Milgram comparison study take place?

Answer 36

Burger’s Milgram comparison study took place in 2009