Misattribution of arousal can best be defined as the process by which people make __________.
A) mistaken inferences about what is causing them to feel as they do
B) poor choices when faced with a difficult decision
C) inferences about their own emotions through introspection
D) correct assumptions about threatening aspects of their situation

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Misattribution of arousal occurs when someone experiences a physiological arousal (such as increased heart rate or sweating) but incorrectly attributes the cause of that arousal to something else. For example, someone may feel anxious while on a tall building or roller coaster, but misattribute their physical feelings of arousal to being attracted to their companion who is with them. This shows a mistaken inference about what is causing them to feel as they do.

Misattribution of Arousal Can Best Be Defined as the Process