Throughout the experiment, as guards became more ______, prisoners became more ______.
A) hostile; passive
B) passive; hostile
C) logical; erratic
D) erratic; logical

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The Stanford prison experiment showed that as the guards became more aggressive and abusive towards the prisoners, the prisoners began to show signs of withdrawal and passivity, eventually leading to some experiencing emotional breakdowns. This is consistent with the idea that hostile behavior can elicit a passive response from those who feel powerless or threatened.

Throughout the Experiment, as Guards Became More ______, Prisoners Became