Which Alternative Best Captures the Relationship of Physiological Arousal to Social

question 156

Multiple Choice

Which alternative best captures the relationship of physiological arousal to social inhibition on the one hand, and to social facilitation on the other

• A)Both social inhibition and social facilitation reflect a decrease in physiological arousal.
• B)Increased arousal may produce either social inhibition or social facilitation.
• C)Social facilitation reflects a decrease in arousal, whereas social inhibition reflects increased arousal.
• D)Social facilitation reflects an increase in arousal, whereas social inhibition reflects decreased arousal.

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Definitions:

Petty Annoyances

Minor irritations or frustrations that though trivial, can disproportionately affect mood and well-being.

Irritations

Mild forms of discomfort or annoyance, often triggered by specific environmental or psychological stimuli.

Frustrations

are feelings of dissatisfaction and discomfort arising from obstacles that prevent one from achieving goals or satisfying needs.

Cognitive Dissonance

The psychological discomfort experienced when holding two or more contradictory beliefs, ideas, or values at the same time.