Which of the following is the LEAST likely conclusion to be drawn from Philip Zimbardo's work?
A) People with strong moral values are less likely to be corrupted by immoral circumstances.
B) Human nature is capable of both compassion and cruelty.
C) The Abu Ghraib prison incident of 2004 should not have surprised us.
D) Prisons can psychologically harm both prisoners and guards.

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Philip Zimbardo's work, particularly the Stanford prison experiment, suggests that situational forces and social roles can have a powerful influence on individuals' behavior, often leading them to act in ways that are contrary to their personal values and morals. This challenges the notion that strong moral values alone are sufficient to prevent corruption by immoral circumstances.

Which of the Following Is the LEAST Likely Conclusion to Be