When an individual becomes cognitively or physically aroused by an expectancy violation, that individual will likely
A) feel romantically attracted to the violator
B) automatically assign a negative meaning to the violation
C) become more focused on the violation than the message itself
D) all of these

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When an expectancy violation occurs, individuals often become more focused on the violation itself rather than the message, as it disrupts their expectations and draws their attention.

When an Individual Becomes Cognitively or Physically Aroused by an Expectancy