According to the study by Stanley Milgram, individuals will:

A. not conform to the attitudes and behavior of their peers if racism is expected.
B. obey the commands of people viewed as legitimate authority figures, even if the behavior may harm another individual.
C. in most instances disobey the commands of people viewed as legitimate authority figures, if the behavior may harm another individual.
D. conform to the attitudes and behavior of their peers even if such attitudes and behavior are racist.


Answer: B

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