John spots a snake in the forest. He immediately runs away from it and then notes that he is scared as he is running. Which of the following theories would suggest that his feeling of fear is dependent on parallel systems for emotional responses and their conscious identification?
A) cognitive interpretation theory
B) constructivist theories
C) evolutionary theories
D) LeDoux's high road and low road theory

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LeDoux's high road and low road theory suggests that emotional responses can occur through two pathways: a fast, unconscious low road and a slower, conscious high road, allowing for both immediate reactions and conscious identification of emotions.

John Spots a Snake in the Forest