Which of the Following Statements Concerning Positive Emotions and Stress

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements concerning positive emotions and stress is the least accurate?

• A)Positive emotions experienced while under stress have important adaptive significance.
• B)Experiencing positive emotions while under stress is rare, and it is associated with denial in most individuals.
• C)The presence of positive emotions can promote creativity and flexibility in problem solving.
• D)The presence of positive emotions may reduce vulnerability to heart disease in older adults.

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