What are some of the criticisms that the Milgram and Zimbardo's experiments have received? Please select all that apply.

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The experiments by Milgram and Zimbardo are some of the most well-known research in social science, offering us interesting views of human nature. However, they are also amongst some of the most controversial. Chief of these controversies are that they have not been replicated and that they are unethical. Criticisms have also been made of their methodology, the selection of the participants, and the interpretations of the findings.
These criticisms are important in understanding the research. Not only because being aware of these criticisms helps to give you a more balanced understanding of the research, but also because it can help to offer alternative interpretations of the findings. It is also worth noting that in two recent studies by Bartels (2015) and Griggs (2014), it was found that most psychology textbooks do not examine these criticisms. This is why it is important not just to rely on your textbook but to read around the subject.

What Are Some of the Criticisms That the Milgram and Zimbardo's