The Cannon-Bard Theory Predicts That After Witnessing a Shocking Event,a

question 51

Multiple Choice

The Cannon-Bard theory predicts that after witnessing a shocking event,a person will _____.

• A) first experience shock and then be motivated to turn away
• B) be motivated to turn away and then will experience shock
• C) experience increased heart rate and rapid breathing as a release of anxiety
• D) experience physical and emotional reactions simultaneously

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