The Fact That Emotions Communicate a Message Instantly and Reliably

question 127

Multiple Choice

The fact that emotions communicate a message instantly and reliably, while important to most of the following, is crucial to

• A) the contagious quality of emotions.
• B) the ability of emotions to motivate others.
• C) the ability of emotions to release excess energy.
• D) the survival value of the emotional communication.

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Definitions:

Sensory Neglect

A condition often resulting from brain damage where an individual ignores stimuli on one side of their body or the space around them.

Parietal Lobe

A region of the cerebral cortex involved in processing sensory information regarding the location of parts of the body as well as interpreting visual information and processing language and mathematics.

Acid-Fast Staining

A laboratory technique used to identify mycobacteria and other bacteria with waxy cell walls, making them resistant to decolorization with acid-alcohol.

Waxy Cell Wall

A characteristic feature of certain bacteria, providing protection and contributing to their virulence by resisting desiccation and antibiotics.