Classic Evidence: Loftus and Palmer (1974) - Findings: Experiment 2 Flashcards
1
Q
Which Group, In Part 1, Gave The Highest Estimated Speed?
A
The ‘smashed’ condition (Group 1).
2
Q
What Fraction Of Participants In Group 1 (‘Smashed’) Reported Seeing Broken Glass?
A
16/50
3
Q
What Fraction Of Participants In Group 2 (‘Hit’) Reported Seeing Broken Glass?
A
7/50
4
Q
What Fraction Of Participants In Group 3 (Control Group) Reported Seeing Broken Glass?
A
6/50
5
Q
How Many Times More Likely Was A Participant In Group 1 To Report Broken Glass, Than Participants In Group 2 or 3?
A
Participants in Group 1 were twice as likely to report seeing broken glass, than participants in Group 2 or 3.
