Consider the Capilano Canyon Experiment (Dutton & Aron,1974)

question 88

Multiple Choice

Consider the Capilano Canyon experiment (Dutton & Aron,1974) .What is the explanation for why the men crossing the more frightening suspension bridge included much more sexual content in their interviews?

• A)In the presence of an attractive woman,the men attempted to repress their fear.
• B)Fear-provoking situations exaggerate risk-taking in all areas,including finding a mate.
• C)During times of heightened fear,people often try to distract themselves.
• D)The men misinterpreted physiological signals of fear as sexual arousal.

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