The opponent-process principle of emotions is exemplified in which of the following situations?
A. Tom became angry when Jim asked Darlene to the prom before Tom had a chance to ask her.
B. The promotion was thrilling, but once the novelty wore off there was somewhat of a letdown.
C. Foot racers run faster when they are in actual competition than in practice alone.
D. Performance on a history test will deteriorate if you are either too nervous or too apathetic about it.
Answer:B
The opponent-process principle of emotions is exemplified in which of the following situations?
A. Tom became angry when Jim asked Darlene to the prom before Tom had a chance to ask her. B. The promotion was thrilling, but once the novelty wore off there was somewhat of a letdown. C. Foot racers run faster when they are in actual competition than in practice alone. D. Performance on a history test will deteriorate if you are either too nervous or too apathetic about it.