The Two-Factor Theory of Emotion Would Have Difficulty Explaining Why

question 48

Multiple Choice

The two-factor theory of emotion would have difficulty explaining why a

• A)person comes to fear snakes after he sees someone else bitten by one.
• B)person's fear of snakes is reduced after she receives a calming tranquilizer.
• C)person automatically fears snakes even though he thinks they are attractive and harmless.
• D)person's fear of snakes is reduced after she learns that most snakes are harmless.

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Definitions:

Meat Powder

In classical conditioning research, a substance used by Ivan Pavlov that triggered salivation in dogs as an unconditioned stimulus.

Classical Conditioning

An educational procedure involving the repeated pairing of two stimuli, resulting in a reaction initially caused by the second stimulus being provoked by only the first stimulus over time.

Observational Learning

The process of acquiring knowledge, behaviors, or skills by watching and imitating the actions of others, without direct instruction or personal experience.

Instrumental Learning

Instrumental Learning, also known as Operant Conditioning, is a learning process wherein behavior is modified through reinforcement or punishment.