findings

• Findings - Experiment 1


  Mean estimate (MPH):

  • Smashed - 40.8
  • Collided - 39.3
  • Bumped - 38.1
  • Hit - 34.0
  • Contacted 31.8

  Those who are exposed to the word 'smashed' assume higher speed
• Findings - Experiement 2

  Response Smashed Hit Control

  Yes 16 7 6

  No 34 43 44

  • Those exposed to the critical Q were more likely to say yes