Question

Researchers surveyed fraternity members from "severe initiation" and "mild initiation" fraternities about their levels of commitment. They found that fraternity members who experienced severe initiation practices reported higher levels of commitment than those who experienced more mild initiation practices. What is NOT a possible explanation for this finding?

Answer 1

Answer:

The answer ought to be: people in mild initiation fraternities are disappointed if they do not experience a painful initiation.

Explanation:

The people who were in in "mild initiation" fraternities are not disappointed but are less afraid of the possible ramifications and are willing to leave the group more easily because they have suffered less while being initiated.