Bill Is Standing on the Ledge of a Tall Building

question 51

Multiple Choice

Bill is standing on the ledge of a tall building.He yells out to the gathering crowd, "I have nothing left to live for!" Research suggests that people are particularly likely to chant, "Jump! Jump! Jump!"

• A) after 6:00 p.m.(as opposed to earlier in the day).
• B) when the temperature exceeds 90 degrees Fahrenheit.
• C) when the crowd exceeds 300 people.
• D) Both a and c are correct.

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Definitions:

Amygdala

A part of the brain's limbic system involved in emotion, fear, and memory processing.

Prefrontal Cortex

The part of the brain located in the frontal lobe, responsible for complex cognitive behavior, personality expression, decision making, and moderating social behaviour.

Labeling Emotions

The process of identifying and naming one's feelings. This can help in understanding one's emotional state and managing emotions effectively.

Less Activation

A state of reduced activity or response in a system, organ, or brain region, often implying less functional output.