Walter Cannon challenged the James-Lange theory,criticizing it on several grounds.Which of the following is one of those criticisms?

A) The James-Lange theory overemphasized the importance of physiological reactions.
B) Cannon argued that the James-Lange theory failed to consider the importance of thoughts in emotional reactions.
C) Cannon pointed out that bodily reactions are similar for many emotions,yet our subjective experience of various emotions is very different.
D) The James-Lange theory described the nature of emotions but failed to explain how they occur.

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CHRISTINA ELIZABETH Chacko · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : C, Explanation :  Cannon's criticism of the James-Lange theory included the observation that different emotions can produce similar physiological responses, yet we experience these emotions as distinct from one another. This challenges the James-Lange theory's assertion that emotions are primarily the result of interpreting specific physiological reactions.

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