Evaluate the study by Milgram (obedience) in terms of two strengths and two weaknesses. At least one of your evaluation points must be about validity.

Mark scheme

Marking points from the official mark scheme (Oct/Nov 2023). The mark or mark type is shown in brackets.

1. 10 Suitable strengths include: reliability, use of controls (linked to elements of internal validity), quantitative data
2. 10 Suitable weaknesses include: ethics, external validity, quantitative data
3. 10 10 marks is reserved for: The candidate has given four evaluation points (two strengths and two weakness) that are in depth, in the context of the study, and include the named evaluation point.
4. 10 Max 8 if: The candidate has given three evaluation points (at least one strength and one weakness) and they are in the context of the Milgram study and it includes the named evaluation point, in depth.