While walking down the street, you are approached by a man with a gun who demands your money. According to the James-Lange theory of emotion, you are MOST likely to conclude
A) it is alright to be afraid in this situation.
B) since your heart is pounding in this dangerous situation, you are afraid.
C) your heart is pounding because you are afraid.
D) you are afraid because your heart is pounding.

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The James-Lange theory of emotion suggests that physiological reactions (such as an increased heart rate) occur before the subjective experience of emotion (such as feeling afraid). Therefore, according to this theory, option D is the most likely conclusion - that you are afraid because your heart is pounding.

While Walking Down the Street, You Are Approached by a Man