Social workers understand that even though situational factors may override personal
characteristics, strongly moral and conscientious people do not take immoral or illegal action.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
ANS: F
PG: 29
Feedback: Social workers understand that situational factors may override personal
characteristics so that even strongly moral and conscientious people sometimes take
immoral or illegal action (Zimbardo, 2007). Conversely, those who routinely engage in
morally reprehensible behavior occasionally behave in incredibly generous and honorable
ways.
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