How Do Positive Emotions Impact Problem-Solving? Research Suggests That Being

question 49

Multiple Choice

How do positive emotions impact problem-solving? Research suggests that being in a good mood ____.

• A) improves cognitive flexibility and creativity, but does not necessarily improve problem-solving ability
• B) improves persistence, but does not necessarily improve problem-solving ability
• C) improves cognitive flexibility and creativity, as well as persistence, but does not necessarily improve problem-solving ability
• D) improves cognitive flexibility and creativity, persistence, and problem-solving ability

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