Rose is hiking in the mountains and suddenly sees a cougar. She feels that her heart is pounding, her palms are sweating, and she begins to run. It is only after she senses the physiological reaction of her body that she realizes she has never been so scared in her life. Which of the following theories best explains Rose's experience?

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The James-Lange theory of emotion suggests that emotions are the result of physiological reactions in response to a stimulus. In this case, Rose's physiological response of a pounding heart and sweating palms (increased heart rate, increased blood pressure, increased adrenaline) led to her feeling scared.

Rose Is Hiking in the Mountains and Suddenly Sees a Cougar