classic study milgram Flashcards
1
Q
What was the aim of Milgram?
A
To see if obedience increases when under the influence of an authority figure
2
Q
What was the sample of Milgram?
A
40 men from the USA collected via volunteer sampling
3
Q
What was Milgrams procedure?
A
-Men collected via volunteer sampling
-fixed draw and all given the role of a teacher
-all given a 45v shock then had to ask ‘student’ question
-if student got questions wrong then voltage was increased by 15v
4
Q
What was Milgrams results?
A
100% of pts went to 300v
65% of pts went to 450v
5
Q
What was Milgrams conclusion?
A
Obedience increases when under the influence of an authority figure
