Which of the Following Best Summarizes the Proposed Yerkes-Dodson Law

question 12

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best summarizes the proposed Yerkes-Dodson law, described in your textbook?

• A) People perform cognitive tasks better when they are in a positive mood than when they are in a negative mood
• B) People perform cognitive tasks best when arousal levels are intermediate, neither too high nor too low.
• C) People perform cognitive tasks best when their mood is neutral, rather than positive or negative.
• D) People perform cognitive tasks better when guided by their emotions than when making purely logical decisions.

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Definitions:

Personal Relevance

The degree to which information or experiences are directly applicable or meaningful to an individual, affecting their level of interest or engagement.

Elaboration Likelihood Model

A psychological concept that outlines how individuals process persuasive information, either deeply or superficially, affecting attitude change.

Attitude Change

A shift in an individual's feelings, beliefs, or position on a topic due to various influencers, such as new information or social pressure.

Circadian Rhythm

The approximately 24-hour cycle in the physiological processes of living beings, influencing sleep-wake patterns, hormone release, and other bodily functions.