AP Psychologymediummcq1 pt

According to the Cannon-Bard theory of emotion:

A.Cognitive appraisal determines emotion

B.Physiological arousal precedes emotional experience

C.Emotional experience and physiological arousal occur simultaneously

D.Emotions are learned through conditioning

Explanation

Core Concept

The Cannon-Bard theory proposes that emotional experience and physiological arousal happen at the same time—one does not cause the other. They are independent but simultaneous responses to a stimulus.

Correct Answer

CEmotional experience and physiological arousal occur simultaneously

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