A theory that states that emotions are a join result of non-specific physiological arousal and interpretation of the arousal is called ____________?

Correct answer: A. Two-factor theory of emotion

  • A. Two-factor theory of emotion
  • B. James-Lange theory of emotion
  • C. Bem's theory of emotion
  • D. None of these

Explanation

The two-factor theory says emotion results from general physiological arousal combined with a cognitive interpretation or label for that arousal. This distinguishes it from James-Lange theory, which places the bodily response before the experienced emotion.

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