Emotions: Theories, Expressions, and Regulation - Psychology Quiz

Question 1

According to the James-Lange theory of emotion, which of the following is NOT true?

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Emotions are independent of physiological changes.

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Physiological arousal triggers emotional experiences.

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Emotional experiences are the subjective interpretation of physiological changes.

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Specific stimuli evoke particular emotions.

Question 2

The Cannon-Bard theory of emotion proposes that emotions and physiological arousal:

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Occur simultaneously.

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Occur sequentially.

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Are independent of each other.

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Only occur in response to external stimuli.

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT a strategy for regulating emotions?

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Rumination.

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Cognitive reappraisal.

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Seeking social support.

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Physical exercise.

Question 4

Which theory of emotion suggests that physiological responses precede and are independent of emotional experiences?

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James-Lange Theory

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Cannon-Bard Theory

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Schachter-Singer Theory

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Cognitive Appraisal Theory

Question 5

Which of the following is **not** a key component of emotion, as defined by Schachter and Singer's two-factor theory?

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Personality traits

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Physiological arousal

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Cognitive interpretation

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Subjective experience

Question 6

Which theory proposes that emotions are distinct, universal responses that serve a purpose in evolution?

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Basic Emotion Theory

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James-Lange Theory

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Cannon-Bard Theory

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Facial Feedback Hypothesis

Question 7

According to the Facial Feedback Hypothesis, how do facial expressions influence our emotional experiences?

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They provide feedback to the brain, shaping our emotional interpretations.

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They trigger physiological changes that lead to emotions.

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They solely determine our emotions.

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They have no influence on emotions.

Question 8

Which of the following is an example of an emotion regulation strategy that involves altering the situation?

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Problem-solving

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Cognitive reappraisal

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Distraction

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Suppression

Question 9

Which neurotransmitter is primarily associated with positive emotions?

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Dopamine

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Serotonin

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Norepinephrine

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GABA

Question 10

What is the primary role of the amygdala in emotional processing?

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Integrating sensory information and triggering appropriate emotional responses.

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Storing memories of emotional events.

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Regulating the expression of emotions.

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Determining the intensity of emotional experiences.

Question 11

Which of the following is a potential consequence of chronic stress on the immune system?

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Increased risk of infections

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Reduced inflammation

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Improved immune functioning

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No effect on the immune system

Question 12

According to the discrete emotions theory, which emotion is NOT considered a primary emotion?

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Jealousy

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Joy

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Anger

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Sadness

Question 13

Which theory of emotion suggests that physiological arousal precedes and causes the emotional experience?

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James-Lange theory

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Cognitive appraisal theory

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Cannon-Bard theory

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Schachter-Singer theory

Question 14

Which characteristic is associated with adaptive emotions?

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Promoting appropriate responses to environmental demands

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Unfailingly positive and desirable

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Hindering decision-making processes

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Usually concealed or repressed

Question 15

What ability enables individuals to recognize and understand their own emotions and the emotions of others?

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Emotional intelligence

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Social perception

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Introspection

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Empathy

Question 16

According to the Cannon-Bard theory, what is the relationship between physiological arousal and the emotional experience?

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Emotions and arousal occur concurrently

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Arousal precedes and causes emotions

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Emotions trigger physiological arousal

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Arousal has no influence on emotions

Question 17

How do moods differ from emotions in terms of their characteristics?

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Moods are less likely to influence behavior and have a longer duration

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Moods are more intense and have a clear trigger

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Emotions are more intense and have a clear trigger

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Emotions are less likely to influence behavior and have a longer duration

Question 18

Which theory of emotion emphasizes the role of cognitive appraisal in determining the emotional response?

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Cognitive appraisal theory

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Schachter-Singer two-factor theory

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James-Lange theory

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Cannon-Bard theory

Question 19

How do facial expressions influence emotions, according to the Facial Feedback Hypothesis?

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By providing feedback to the brain, either intensifying or diminishing the experienced emotion

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By triggering specific neural pathways associated with emotions

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By suppressing emotions and preventing them from being expressed outwardly

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By altering the physiological response to emotions

Question 20

Which of the following is NOT a technique used for emotion regulation?

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Suppressing emotional expression

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Cognitive reappraisal

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Behavioral activation

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Physiological relaxation

Question 21

An intense and irrational fear of a specific object or situation is known as a:

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Phobia

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Anxiety disorder

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Obsessive-compulsive disorder

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Post-traumatic stress disorder

Question 22

Which neurotransmitter is involved in regulating mood and reducing anxiety?

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Serotonin

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Dopamine

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Acetylcholine

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Norepinephrine

Question 23

The field of psychology that investigates emotions from a global perspective is known as:

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Cultural psychology of emotions

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Comparative psychology of emotions

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Social psychology of emotions

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Evolutionary psychology of emotions

Question 24

According to the James-Lange theory of emotion, which of the following is the primary cause of emotions?

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Physiological arousal

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Cognitive interpretation

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Social learning

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Evolutionary adaptations

Question 25

Appraisal theory of emotion suggests that:

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Emotions are cognitive evaluations of situations or stimuli.

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Emotions are automatic and involuntary responses.

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Emotions are primarily driven by biological instincts.

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Emotions are shaped solely by social and cultural factors.

Question 26

The Yerkes-Dodson law suggests that the relationship between arousal and performance generally follows which type of curve?

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Inverted U-shaped

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Linear

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U-shaped

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Monotonic

Question 27

According to the James-Lange theory, what is the primary cause of emotions?

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Physiological changes

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Cognitive appraisal

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Environmental factors

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Biological predispositions

Question 28

Ekman's research on basic emotions did not include:

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Envy

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Anger

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Joy

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Sadness

Question 29

According to the Cannon-Bard theory, what is the relationship between emotions and physiological arousal?

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They occur simultaneously

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They occur independently

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Emotions cause physiological arousal

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Physiological arousal causes emotions

Question 30

A key criticism of the two-factor theory of emotion is that it:

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Fails to capture the complexity of emotional experiences

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Assumes that all emotions are equally intense

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Does not account for the influence of external factors

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Is over-reliant on self-report data

Question 31

Which of the following is not considered a type of emotional expression?

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Mental imagery

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Facial cues

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Body language

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Tone of voice

Question 32

How does culture shape the way we express our emotions?

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Culture provides a framework for understanding and interpreting emotional experiences, both our own and those of others.

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Culture establishes a universal set of emotional expressions that are recognized across all cultures.

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Culture has no impact on how individuals experience emotions.

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Culture primarily influences emotional expression through biological responses.

Question 33

Which characteristic is NOT present in the James-Lange theory of emotion?

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Innate emotions are common across cultures.

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Emotions follow physiological arousal.

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External stimuli trigger emotional responses.

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Physiological changes cause emotional experiences.

Question 34

According to the Schachter-Singer Two-Factor Theory of Emotion, what is crucial for experiencing an emotion?

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Cognitive interpretation of physical arousal

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Physiological arousal without cognitive interpretation

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Strong social context

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Past emotional experiences

Question 35

Which scenario demonstrates the adaptive function of emotions?

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Fear prompting avoidance of a dangerous situation.

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Anger facilitating calm and rational decision-making.

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Sadness leading to social isolation.

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Happiness causing carelessness and recklessness.

Question 36

What term describes the process of intentionally controlling the outward expression of emotions?

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Emotional suppression

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Emotional regulation

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Emotional reappraisal

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Emotional avoidance

Question 37

In the Schachter-Singer theory, how do cognitive labels influence emotional experiences?

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They provide context and meaning to physiological arousal, shaping the emotion.

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They intensify physiological arousal, determining the emotion.

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They reduce physiological arousal, weakening the emotion.

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They have no role in emotional experiences, as they are distinct from physiological arousal.

Question 38

You're feeling anxious and overwhelmed before an important presentation. Which emotion regulation technique would be most helpful in calming you down and preparing effectively?

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Practicing deep breathing and positive self-talk.

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Delaying thoughts about the presentation until the last minute.

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Drinking caffeine to increase energy.

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Watching a funny video to take your mind off the anxiety.

Question 39

Which theory of emotion emphasizes the role of physiological arousal in shaping our emotional experiences?

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James-Lange Theory

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Cannon-Bard Theory

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Schachter-Singer Two-Factor Theory

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Lazarus Appraisal Theory

Question 40

In the James-Lange theory of emotion, what happens first?

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Physiological response

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Emotional experience

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Cognitive appraisal

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Expression of emotion

Question 41

Which theory of emotion emphasizes the primary importance of physiological arousal in emotional experiences?

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James-Lange Theory

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Lazarus Theory

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Schachter-Singer Theory

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Cannon-Bard Theory

Question 42

Among Robert Plutchik's proposed eight primary emotions, which one is considered a secondary emotion?

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Shame

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Sadness

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Joy

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Anger

Question 43

According to the Schachter-Singer Theory of Emotion, what two factors are crucial for the subjective experience of emotion?

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Physiological arousal and cognitive interpretation of the situation

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Cognitive interpretation and past experiences

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Physiological arousal and facial expressions

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Facial expressions and social cues

Question 44

The Facial Feedback Hypothesis suggests that facial expressions can have a bidirectional influence on emotions. Which of the following statements best describes this influence?

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Facial expressions can both trigger and intensify emotional experiences.

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Facial expressions only intensify emotional experiences.

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Facial expressions have no influence on emotional experiences.

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Facial expressions only trigger emotional experiences.

Question 45

Which neurotransmitter has been consistently associated with feelings of pleasure, reward, and motivation?

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Dopamine

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GABA

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Norepinephrine

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Serotonin

Question 46

One of the criticisms of the James-Lange Theory is that:

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Emotions can sometimes precede physiological changes.

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It is difficult to measure physiological arousal accurately.

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It overemphasizes the role of peripheral feedback in emotion.

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It does not account for the influence of cultural factors on emotion.

Question 47

The Polyvagal Theory proposes that our ability to regulate emotions is influenced by the activity of the:

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Vagus nerve

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Hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis

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Sympathetic nervous system

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Parasympathetic nervous system

Question 48

Which of the following is a component of an emotion?

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Subjective experience

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Only changes in body temperature

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Objectively observed behavior alone

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Only facial expressions

Question 49

The facial feedback hypothesis suggests that:

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Expressing an emotion can influence the intensity of that emotion

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Suppressing an emotion can completely eliminate the experience of that emotion

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Emotions are solely caused by facial expressions

Question 50

Which of the following is a healthy strategy for regulating emotions?

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Cognitive reappraisal

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Binge eating

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Avoidance

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Suppression

Question 51

The Schachter-Singer theory of emotion proposes that:

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Emotions result from both physiological arousal and cognitive interpretation

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Cognitive interpretation is the sole cause of emotions

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Physiological arousal is the sole cause of emotions

Question 52

Which of the following is an example of a cross-cultural difference in the expression of emotions?

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In some cultures, sadness is sometimes expressed through smiling

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In all cultures, happiness is always expressed through laughing

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In all cultures, anger is always expressed through the "OK" gesture

Question 53

According to the Yerkes-Dodson law, performance:

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Tends to be optimal at moderate levels of arousal

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Is best at very high levels of arousal

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Is best at very low levels of arousal