Which statement BEST reflects the James-Lange theory of emotion?
A) Our hearts race, we see a monster, we feel fear.
B) We see a monster, we feel fear, our hearts race.
C) We see a monster, our hearts race, we feel fear.
D) We feel fear, our hearts race, we see the monster.

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The James-Lange theory of emotion suggests that physiological arousal precedes the experience of emotion. According to this theory, we first see a stimulus (e.g., a monster), which leads to a physiological reaction (e.g., our hearts racing), and it is this reaction that leads us to experience an emotion (e.g., fear).

Which Statement BEST Reflects the James-Lange Theory of Emotion