Procedure before experiment

• What was the aim of Burger's study?


  To investigate obedience by partially replicating Milgram's study
• Why did Burger adapt his research?


  To adhere to ethical guidelines and avoid ethical criticism
• What did Burger believe about the results of his study despite the time gap since Milgram's original study?


  He believed he would still produce similar results
• What was promised to participants in Burger's study for their involvement?


  $50 for taking part in 2 one-hour sessions
• What were the initial screening procedures for participants?


  Participants were screened based on college attendance and psychology lessons
• What percentage of participants were excluded during the screening process?


  30%
• Who led the second screening process in Burger's study?


  Two clinical psychologists
• Where was the second screening process held?

  At Sanda Cao University
• What types of assessments were included in the second screening process?

  A demographic sheet, Interpersonal Reactivity test, Beck Anxiety Inventory, and Beck Depression Inventory
• What was the purpose of the structured clinical interviews during the screening procedures?


  • To identify participants who might be negatively affected by the study
  • Based on the Mini International Psychiatric Interview (MINI)
  • Focused on psychological disorders
• How many participants took part in the second screening process?


  123 participants
• How many participants were removed after the second screening process?


  4 participants were removed
• How many participants were invited back after a week?

  76 participants
• What was the final sample size of participants in Burger's study?


  29 males and 41 females
• What was the age range of participants in Burger's study?


  20 to 81 years
• What was the mean age of participants in Burger's study?


  42.9 years