Asked by FRANCHESCA QUINONEZ on May 07, 2024

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Seeing a snake, running away from it, and then becoming frightened is the sequence of events postulated by the ________ theory.

A) Plutchik
B) Cannon-Bard
C) James-Lange
D) Yerkes-Dodson

James-Lange Theory

A hypothesis proposing that the initial response of physiological stimulation happens before one actually feels an emotion.

Snake

A long, legless, carnivorous reptile of the suborder Serpentes, known for its slithering movement and often venomous bite.

Frightened

Feeling afraid or anxious as a response to a perceived threat or danger.

  • Acquire an understanding of elementary notions and contrast between diverse theories of emotion, specifically James-Lange, Cannon-Bard, and Schachter-Singer.
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Alexandra HernandezMay 09, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
The James-Lange theory suggests that emotions arise from our physiological responses to stimuli, meaning that the physical reaction (in this case, running away from a snake) precedes the emotion (fear).