Which theory of emotion explains that emotions occur when physical arousal is labeled or interpreted on the basis of your past experiences, the situation, and the reactions of others?

a. common sense theory
b. Cannon-Bard theory
c. James-Lange theory
d. Schachter's cognitive theory

ANSWER: d

Psychology

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The activation-synthesis hypothesis of dreaming states that _______________

a) the purpose of dreaming is to express unconscious wishes, thoughts, and conflicts b) dreams are merely another kind of thinking that results from random brain stem signals c) the purpose of dreaming is to resolve current concerns and problems d) dreaming is a by-product of a process of eliminating or strengthening neural connections

Psychology

Changes controlled by a genetic blueprint, such as an increase in height or the size of the brain, are examples of ___________________

a) maturation b) learning c) habituation d) growth cycles

Psychology