Obedience to a legitimate authority is highest when
A)the authority speaks loudly.
B)the authority is physically close.
C)the self-esteem of the target is low.
D)the authority gives the order by telephone.

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The proximity of the authority has been shown to have a significant impact on obedience, with closer physical distance resulting in higher levels of obedience. This was demonstrated in Milgram's obedience studies, where participants were more likely to continue administering electric shocks to a learner when the experimenter was physically present in the same room as them. None of the other factors listed have consistently shown to be strong predictors of obedience.

Obedience to a Legitimate Authority Is Highest When