The Zimbardo prison study had to be stopped in fewer than six days because
A) the participants had been deceived and did not know what was expected of them.
B) the participants did not understand the experiment well enough to carry it out successfully.
C) the participants took the roles they were playing too seriously.
D) experienced actors are necessary for this kind of experiment to be successful.

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The participants took the roles they were playing too seriously, leading to the creation of a dangerous and abusive environment. This ultimately necessitated the early termination of the study.

The Zimbardo Prison Study Had to Be Stopped in Fewer