Which of the following is the most plausible explanation for the results of Milgram's series of studies?
(a) The participants were all males, a group known for their aggressive tendencies.
(b) The participants didn't recognize the potential harm that such high shock voltages could cause.
(c) The participants grew up during a unique time when orders were not questioned.
(d) The participants were unable to defy the wishes of the boss, the lab-coated researcher.
(e) All of the above
ANSWER: D
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