According to opponent-process theory:
A) the intensity of hedonic state A is reinforced and increased by hedonic state B
B) after an initial peak, hedonic state A is reduced in intensity by hedonic state B
C) hedonic state B quickly decays
D) hedonic state A slowly decays

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Opponent-process theory suggests that after an initial peak of a particular emotional state (A), it will be followed by an opposing emotional state (B) that will reduce the intensity of the initial state. Therefore, option B is the correct answer as it identifies that hedonic state A is reduced in intensity by hedonic state B.

According to Opponent-Process Theory