Tammy is very upset because she received a poor grade on a big English assignment. It would be most accurate to say that Tammy is experiencing a(n) ____.
A) emotion
B) affect
C) mood
D) attitude

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Emotions are brief, intense responses to a stimulus (in this case, receiving a poor grade on an assignment). Affects are more general, long-lasting emotions that an individual experiences over time. Moods are similar to affects but may be even longer-lasting. Attitudes refer to an individual's opinions or beliefs about something. Therefore, based on the description, Tammy is likely experiencing a brief, intense emotional response to her poor grade.

Tammy Is Very Upset Because She Received a Poor Grade