During a normal, calm conversation with your friend, you begin to notice that you feel very uncomfortable. You start to wonder what is going on and then you remember that, before talking to your friend, you were nervous because you have a test in an hour. This example illustrates the fact that emotions are
A) behavioral.
B) cognitive.
C) physiological.
D) None of the answers is correct.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

This example illustrates that emotions are cognitive because it shows how your thoughts (in this case, remembering you have a test) can influence your emotional state, making you feel uncomfortable even in a calm situation.

During a Normal, Calm Conversation with Your Friend, You Begin