Which of these statements about emotions is FALSE?
A) Emotions are influenced by our personality traits.
B) Emotions are directed towards specific people or objects, whereas moods are not directed towards anything in particular.
C) Emotions include a person's beliefs, feelings and behavioral intentions.
D) Emotions influence a person's assessed feelings about the attitude object.
E) Some people have positive emotional states due to their personality.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Emotions do not include a person's beliefs, feelings, and behavioral intentions; these are components of attitudes, not emotions. Emotions are more immediate and specific responses to stimuli.

Which of These Statements About Emotions Is FALSE