Which of the following actions by the "learner" reduced the likelihood of being shocked by the "teacher" in Milgram's study?
A) protesting noisily
B) screaming in pain
C) complaining of having a heart ailment
D) nothing he did made a difference

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In Milgram's study, the actions of the "learner" (such as protesting, screaming, or complaining of a heart ailment) did not influence the likelihood of being shocked by the "teacher." The experiment was designed to measure obedience to authority, and the "teachers" were instructed to continue administering shocks regardless of the "learner's" reactions.

Which of the Following Actions by the "Learner" Reduced the Likelihood