While Walking Down the Street You Are Approached by a Man

question 16

Multiple Choice

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

• A)Since your heart is pounding in this dangerous situation, you must be afraid.
• B)It is all right to be afraid in this situation.
• C)Your heart is pounding because you are afraid.
• D)You are afraid because your heart is pounding.

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