Who desided to do an experiment on conformity called the stanford prison experiment?
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Phillip Zimbardo
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Sigmund Frued
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Naom Chonmsky
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Howard Gardner
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Correct answer
Explanation
Philip Zimbardo conducted the Stanford Prison Experiment in 1971, where college students randomly assigned as guards or prisoners quickly adopted their roles. The guards became abusive and prisoners showed psychological distress. The experiment, scheduled for two weeks, was stopped after six days due to ethical concerns. It demonstrated the power of situational factors and social roles.