What is the correct sequence of events in emotional response according to the Cannon-Bard theory?
A)Stimulus -- emotion and physiological changes (simultaneous)
B)Stimulus -- emotion -- physiological changes
C)Emotion -- stimulus -- physiological changes
D)Physiological changes -- stimulus -- emotion

Question

What is the correct sequence of events in emotional response according to the Cannon-Bard theory?
A)Stimulus --> emotion and physiological changes (simultaneous)
B)Stimulus --> emotion --> physiological changes
C)Emotion --> stimulus --> physiological changes
D)Physiological changes --> stimulus --> emotion

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

According to the Cannon-Bard theory, emotion and physiological changes occur simultaneously in response to a stimulus, so the correct sequence of events is that the stimulus triggers both the emotional response and the physiological changes at the same time. This is represented in choice A.

What Is the Correct Sequence of Events in Emotional Response