Author Question: In a research study, participants are asked to rate the funniness of a cartoon while either just ... (Read 217 times)

Shelles · **on:** Jun 19, 2018

In a research study, participants are asked to rate the funniness of a cartoon while either just looking at it or holding a pencil with their teeth. Those who rate the cartoon while holding a pencil with their teeth rate the cartoon as funnier. Because the facial muscles for a smile are similar to those required to hold a pencil in one's mouth, the results of this experiment support ____ theory of emotion.

a. James's peripheral
b. Cannon's central
c. the Schachter-Singer
d. the opponent-process

Question 2

Because Lola's mouth is dry, her hands are sweaty, and her heartbeat has increased, she experiences the emotion of fear. This is consistent with ____ theory of emotion.

a. Cannon's central
b. Schachter-Singer's
c. the attribution
d. James's peripheral