On Average, People Show __________When They Face a Standard of Excellence

question 55

Multiple Choice

On average, people show __________when they face a standard of excellence, such as trying to become class valedictorian.

• A)positive emotions, like hope and pride,
• B)negative emotions, like anxiety and fear,
• C)both positive and negative emotions
• D)neither positive nor negative emotions

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Definitions:

Conditioned Stimulus

In classical conditioning, a previously neutral stimulus that, after being repeatedly paired with an unconditioned stimulus, triggers a conditioned response.

Tone

The general character or attitude of a piece of writing, situation, or speech, or the pitch and strength of a sound.

Conditioned Stimulus

A previously neutral stimulus that, after association with an unconditioned stimulus, elicits a conditioned response.

Buzzer

A device that produces a buzzing sound, often used as a signal or alarm.