Patty Is Participating in a Study That Involves Exposure to Words

question 114

Multiple Choice

Patty is participating in a study that involves exposure to words presented one at a time on a computer screen. At regular intervals, Patty is presented with questionnaires assessing how she is feeling, psychologically, at that moment. Based on the information presented in your textbook, what effect will words associated with hotter temperatures have on Patty's feelings? The hotter temperature words will make Patty feel:

• A)happy.
• B)sleepy.
• C)altruistic.
• D)hostile.

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Responsible Stage

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