In a study by Milgram, participants delivered a series of painful shocks to another person. Milgram designed the study to examine the effects of which of the following on participants' aggression?
A) hostility toward the victim
B) fear of punishment for failing to act aggressively
C) liking
D) obedience to authority
Answer: D
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