Fearing failure, Keith was cramming for his upcoming exam under the watchful eye of mean old Professor Jones. According to two-process theory, when Keith notices the evil professor pull out his briefcase in order to leave, Keith will study
A)more intensely at first and the less intensely.
B)at the same rate.
C)less intensely.
D)more intensely.

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According to two-process theory, when the cue (evil professor pulling out his briefcase) is present, Keith's motivation to study is decreased because he associates studying with the presence of the professor. Therefore, Keith will study less intensely rather than more intensely.

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