Emily is camping in the woods when suddenly a bear comes out from behind a tree.At the same time as she becomes aware of how terrified she is,her face takes on a mask of fear,and her heart begins to race as she gets ready to run away.Which theory of emotions explains how the different components of emotions can happen simultaneously?
A) Zajonc mere exposure theory
B) Schachter and Singer two-factor theory
C) James-Lange theory
D) Cannon-Bard theory

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The Cannon-Bard theory of emotion proposes that emotional and physiological responses to stimuli occur simultaneously and independently, which aligns with the scenario where Emily experiences fear, facial expression, and physiological arousal at the same time.

Emily Is Camping in the Woods When Suddenly a Bear