During research in a simulated prison situation

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This is known as the "Stanford prison experiment" and it found that the prisoners quickly became passive, dehumanized, and obedient to the guards in a matter of days. The study was cut short due to ethical concerns about the treatment of the participants. Option A is incorrect as hospitalization due to beatings did not occur. Option B is also incorrect as the guards took their roles too seriously and began to abuse their power. Option D is incorrect as the guards and prisoners did not become friendly, but instead developed antagonistic relationships.

During Research in a Simulated Prison Situation