According to the James-Lange Theory of Emotions,which of the Following

question 30

Multiple Choice

According to the James-Lange theory of emotions,which of the following qualifies as an emotion in a scenario where Ed meets his boss for the first time?

• A)the assumptions that Ed makes about past experiences with his previous bosses
• B)how Ed interprets his profuse perspiration upon seeing his boss
• C)the profuse perspiration that Ed experiences upon seeing his boss
• D)how Ed appraises an event,but only if the event is relevant to other people.
• E)The excitement that Ed experienced upon seeing his boss.

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Definitions:

Releasing Hormones

Hormones produced by the hypothalamus that stimulate or inhibit the release of hormones from the anterior pituitary gland.

Hypothalamus

A small region at the base of the brain responsible for hormone production and regulation of vital bodily functions, including temperature, thirst, hunger, sleep, and emotional activity.

Pituitary

A small, pea-sized gland located at the base of the brain, often termed the "master gland" because it secretes hormones that regulate other glands and many body functions including growth, reproduction, and metabolism.

Medial Forebrain Bundle

A neural pathway in the brain involved in the regulation of reward, pleasure, and addiction.