Which of the Following Best Summarizes the Adaptive Function of Positive

question 14

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best summarizes the adaptive function of positive emotions, according to Fredrickson's (1998) broaden and build theory?

• A) Positive emotions help us gather information and resources that will be helpful in the future.
• B) Positive emotions have direct cardiovascular benefits that lengthen people's lives.
• C) Positive emotions make life more enjoyable, so people take better care of their health.
• D) According to broaden and build theory, positive emotions do not have an adaptive function.

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Definitions:

Power Transistor

A semiconductor device used to amplify or switch electronic signals and electrical power.

ECU

Electronic Control Unit, a type of computer in vehicles that controls one or more of the electrical systems or subsystems.

Two-switch AND Gate

A basic digital logic gate that outputs a high signal or true only if both input signals are high or true.

Output

The result or product of a system's process, typically referring to power, data, or material produced by a system or device.