A rollercoaster ride elicits an initial feeling of fear followed by a feeling of exhilaration. After repeated experiences, the initial fear responses may become weaker, whereas the rebound responses grow stronger. This process is called _____ theory.
A) habituation
B) opponent process
C) dual process
D) emotional stability

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The opponent process theory explains how the initial emotional response to a stimulus (in this case, fear) is followed by an opposite emotional response (exhilaration) with repeated exposure. Over time, the initial response weakens while the opposite response strengthens.

A Rollercoaster Ride Elicits an Initial Feeling of Fear Followed