Understanding Human Behavior and Conformity

What did Stanley Milgram's study reveal about human conformity?

• Individuals always resist authority figures.

• Conformity is only observed in non-stressful environments.

• Conformity can occur even in life-threatening situations.

• People are unlikely to follow orders in stressful situations.

In the Ash conformity experiment, what was the main finding?

• Students refused to participate in the experiment.

• Students were unaffected by peer pressure.

• Students often agreed with incorrect answers given by peers.

• Students always gave the correct answer.

What is confirmation bias?

• The tendency to ignore all information.

• The tendency to favor information that supports existing beliefs.

• The tendency to seek out information that challenges existing beliefs.

• The tendency to change beliefs frequently.

Why do people prefer reading narrow columns according to the research?

• It speeds up reading pace.

• It provides more information per line.

• It is easier to print.

• It makes content look more manageable.

What is the canonical perspective in drawing objects?

• Drawing objects from a bottom-up view.

• Drawing objects as if viewed from a countertop.

• Drawing objects from a top-down view.

• Drawing objects from a side view.

What is classical conditioning?

• A technique for memorizing information.

• A way to train animals using punishment.

• A method of teaching using lectures.

• A process of learning through association.

How can classical conditioning lead to unexpected behaviors?

• By ignoring all stimuli.

• By associating a neutral stimulus with a significant event.

• By always providing rewards.

• By using only negative reinforcement.

What did the Stanford Prison Experiment demonstrate?

• People are inherently aggressive.

• Guards are naturally authoritative.

• Situational factors can greatly influence behavior.

• Prisoners are always submissive.

What was a key finding about the behavior of guards in the Stanford Prison Experiment?

• They were all naturally aggressive.

• They took advantage of their authority.

• They refused to follow orders.

• They were unable to maintain order.

What does the Stanford Prison Experiment suggest about human nature?

• People are always kind and gentle.

• Behavior is solely determined by personality.

• Environment can significantly influence actions.

• People never change their behavior.