Walter Cannon Challenged the James-Lange Theory,criticizing It on Several Grounds

question 173

Multiple Choice

Walter Cannon challenged the James-Lange theory,criticizing it on several grounds.Which of the following is one of those criticisms?

• A) The James-Lange theory overemphasized the importance of physiological reactions.
• B) Cannon argued that the James-Lange theory failed to consider the importance of thoughts in emotional reactions.
• C) Cannon pointed out that bodily reactions are similar for many emotions,yet our subjective experience of various emotions is very different.
• D) The James-Lange theory described the nature of emotions but failed to explain how they occur.

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Definitions:

Left Common Carotid Artery

An artery that arises directly from the aortic arch and supplies oxygenated blood to the head and neck.

Internal Maxillary Artery

A major artery that supplies blood to the structures of the face and dura mater of the brain.

Costocervical Artery

An artery that supplies blood to the upper dorsal region of the body, originating from the subclavian artery.

Intercostal Artery

An artery that runs between the ribs, supplying blood to the chest wall and surrounding muscles.