While Walking Down the Street, You Are Approached by a Man

question 1

Multiple Choice

While walking down the street, you are approached by a man with a gun who demands your money. According to Schachter's two-factor theory of emotion, you are MOST likely to conclude

• A)it is alright to be afraid in this situation.
• B)since your heart is pounding in this dangerous situation, you must be afraid.
• C)your heart is pounding because you are afraid.
• D)you are afraid because your heart is pounding.

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Definitions:

Lorenz Curves

A graphical representation used in economics to show the distribution of income or wealth within a population, indicating inequality.

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A flow of money to households.

Poverty Rate

The percentage of the population that lives below the national poverty line, indicating the proportion of the population living in poverty.