In the Stanford prison study, which of the following is true of those assigned to the role of "guard"?
a. One panicked and broke down.
b. Most tried to be "tough but fair" during the initial 2 weeks but became harsh in the last 6 days.
c. About a third became punitive and harsh, even when the prisoners were not resisting in any way.
d. "Guards" were unable to continue because they and the "prisoners" were joking around too much.
Answer: c
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