Robot Saved, People Take the Hit (2 of 3) (VIDEO)

Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München

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To what extent are people prepared to show consideration for robots? A new study suggests that, under certain circumstances, some people are willing to endanger human lives -- out of concern for robots.

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Sari Nijssen

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