According to the cognitive-motivational-relational theory of emotion, the cognitive appraisal of an event
A) precedes the emotional or physiological changes
B) counteracts the emotional or physiological changes
C) is often confused with the physiological changes
D) is directly related to the motivation that one has to change the event

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According to the cognitive-motivational-relational theory of emotion, the cognitive appraisal of an event precedes the emotional or physiological changes. This means that individuals first evaluate or think about a situation before they experience any emotional or physiological responses. The theory suggests that the appraisal is based on three factors: how relevant the situation is to the individual's goals or needs, whether the situation is positive or negative, and how controllable the situation is.

According to the Cognitive-Motivational-Relational Theory of Emotion, the Cognitive Appraisal