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"Knowing yourself is the beginning of all wisdom." As Aristotle indicates, it is important for one to introspect his or her own behavior and personality in order to truly be aware. A common failure at this personal introspection is the evaluation of obedience. Obedience has been well examined by psychologists such as Milgram, Zimbardo, and Ashe; yet, the topic continues to be perplexing as people continue to fail to understand how to properly identify and/or evaluate others as well as themselves on their level of obedience. Obedience is an integral quality in mankind that should be acknowledged as it is seen to affect our daily lives, contribute to terrible atrocities, and yet, it continues to be ignored. As early as adolescents people begin

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