Comer and Laird's (1975)study told some participants that they would be doing a worm-eating task. After a short period during which the participants could contemplate worm eating, the experimenter told them there was a mistake, and that they could choose between worm-eating and weight discrimination tasks. What percent of the participants chose to stay with the worm-eating task when given a more emotionally neutral (weight discrimination)alternative?
A)100%
B)80%
C)50%
D)10%

Question

Comer and Laird's (1975)study told some participants that they would be doing a worm-eating task. After a short period during which the participants could contemplate worm eating, the experimenter told them there was a mistake, and that they could choose between worm-eating and weight discrimination tasks. What percent of the participants chose to stay with the worm-eating task when given a more emotionally neutral (weight discrimination)alternative? ​
A)100%
B)80% ​
C)50% ​
D)10% ​

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

80% of the participants chose to stay with the worm-eating task when given the option to switch to a more emotionally neutral task, demonstrating a commitment to their initial choice.

Comer and Laird's (1975)study Told Some Participants That They Would