According to the two-process theory, classically conditioned emotional states are assumed to
A)elicit specific conditioned responses.
B)elicit specific instrumental responses.
C)motivate instrumental behavior.
D)arise from the rg-sg mechanism.

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The two-process theory suggests that classically conditioned emotional states motivate instrumental behavior. This means that when a person experiences an emotional state that is associated with a particular stimulus or situation (through classical conditioning), they are more likely to engage in behaviors that they believe will reduce or eliminate that emotional state (instrumental behavior). Therefore, the emotional state serves as a motivating force for behavior.

According to the Two-Process Theory, Classically Conditioned Emotional States Are