Aronson's text describes an experiment in which subjects watch a victim supposedly receive electric shocks. Subjects were given the opportunity to vote as to whether the victim should continue to receive the shocks, and the shocks were either terminated or not. Which group of subjects came to like the victim most?

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The subjects who voted to terminate the shocks and saw them terminated would likely feel the most positive towards the victim, as they were the ones who took action to stop the suffering. The other groups may feel guilt or discomfort for their inaction or lack of control over the situation.

Aronson's Text Describes an Experiment in Which Subjects Watch a Victim