Obedience

Question 1

what is authority

Answer 1

when a person has the power or right to give orders

Question 2

what is obedience

Answer 2

when someone follows the direct orders of an authority figure
e.g. students obeying teachers

Question 3

what are the situational variables that affect obedience

Answer 3

uniform
proximity of authority figure
proximity of victim
location

Question 4

explain how proximity of the authority figure affects obedience

Answer 4

• when authority figure is closer, obedience is higher

Question 5

explain how the proximity of the victim affects obedience

Answer 5

if the victim is close obedience is lower because they may feel more guilt

Question 6

how does the location affect obedience

Answer 6

a location of authority has more obedience

Question 7

how does uniform affect obedience

Answer 7

uniforms that indicate authority and power increase likelihood of obedience

Question 8

how does the proximity of the consequences affect obedience

Answer 8

if you do not have to witness or face the consequences of you actions, you are more likely to obey