Which of the following individuals is likely to be at the HIGHEST level of sympathetic arousal?
A)Melissa, who is daydreaming and staring out the window
B)Keith, who is concentrating on a lecturer and taking careful notes
C)Professor Trong, who is lecturing
D)Bill, who is anticipating an exam he will take within the hour and for which he is unprepared

Question

Which of the following individuals is likely to be at the HIGHEST level of sympathetic arousal? ​
A)Melissa, who is daydreaming and staring out the window
B)Keith, who is concentrating on a lecturer and taking careful notes
C)Professor Trong, who is lecturing
D)Bill, who is anticipating an exam he will take within the hour and for which he is unprepared

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Bill, who is anticipating an exam for which he is unprepared, is likely to experience high levels of stress and anxiety, leading to increased sympathetic arousal. This system prepares the body for "fight or flight" responses, which would be activated in situations of stress or fear, such as facing an unprepared exam.

Which of the Following Individuals Is Likely to Be at the HIGHEST