Which of the Following Is Something an Advocate for Arousal

question 25

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is something an advocate for arousal theory might observe?

• A) We become accustomed to boredom and learn to enjoy it.
• B) We become accustomed to excitement and learn to enjoy it.
• C) When we are bored we look for excitement; when we are overexcited we wish for more peace.
• D) When we are sleepy we should sleep; when we are hungry we should eat.

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