Discuss the ethical dilemmas raised by Stanley Milgram's Obedience. Construct an argument to support your answer to the following question: "Does the harm to the participants in Milgram's study of Obedience outweigh the importance of the research questions and conclusions he forwarded?"

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

Consider showing your class all or parts of the documentary Obedience, that shows footage of the study. This gives students a more concrete experience to respond to. Students essays should vary in their opinions, but all should review the use of deception, psychological harm, and physical side effects.

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What does the research say about the ability to identify sexual preference, based solely on nonverbal signals?

a. There is no difference between homosexuals and heterosexuals. b. Homosexuals are better able to identify other homosexuals than heterosexuals are. c. Homosexual women, but not men, are better able to identify homosexuals than heterosexuals are. d. Women are better than men, but there is no difference between homosexuals and heterosexuals.

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