Milgrim's experiment

Question 1

What was the primary purpose of Milgram’s experiment?

Answer 1

To investigate the extent to which individuals would obey authority figures, even when asked to perform actions conflicting with their personal conscience.

Question 2

Results

Answer 2

14 of the 40 participants refused to administer a certain level (there 35% were disobedient)

26 our of 40 administered 450v, enough to kill

(money may have influenced)

Question 3

In Milgram’s experiment, what role did the ‘teacher’ play?

Answer 3

The ‘teacher’ was the participant who administered shocks to the ‘learner’ as part of the experiment.

Question 4

Fill in the blank: The maximum voltage used in Milgram’s experiment was _____ volts.

Answer 4

450

Question 5

What was the main finding of Milgram’s experiment regarding obedience?

Answer 5

A significant number of participants were willing to administer potentially lethal shocks when prompted by an authority figure.

Question 6

Multiple Choice: What was the role of the ‘learner’ in Milgram’s experiment? A) The one giving shocks B) The one receiving shocks C) The experimenter

Answer 6

B) The one receiving shocks

Question 7

What ethical concerns were raised as a result of Milgram’s experiment?

Answer 7

Concerns included the psychological impact on participants, the deception involved, and the lack of informed consent.

Question 8

Ethics

Answer 8

Deception, Non-maleficence (no harm) and withdrawal rights.

Question 9

What was the participants’ reaction when they believed they were administering shocks?

Answer 9

Many participants showed signs of stress, discomfort, and conflict between their moral beliefs and the instructions given.

Question 10

How did the presence of an authority figure influence the results of the experiment?

Answer 10

The presence of an authority figure significantly increased the likelihood that participants would obey orders to administer shocks.