AP PSYCHOLOGY

MOTIVATION EMOTION AND STRESS

MOTIVATION AND EMOTION

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
While Walter is out riding, his horse suddenly rears up when a small animal scurries across the path. Based on the Cannon-Bard theory of emotions, Walter should report,
A
“My heart is racing because I am terrified.”
B
“The rearing of the horse makes my heart race and it makes me feel terrified.”
C
“I feel terrified because my heart is racing.”
D
“My racing heart must mean I’m terrified because this situation is dangerous.”
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -While Walter is out riding, his horse suddenly rears up when a small animal scurries across the path. Based on the Cannon-Bard theory of emotions, Walter should report: “The rearing of the horse makes my heart race and it makes me feel terrified."

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