The Yerkes-Dodson curve, which describes the relationship between arousal and performance, is shaped like a(n) ________.
A) straight horizontal line
B) straight diagonal line
C) perfectly symmetrical V
D) upside-down U

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The Yerkes-Dodson curve is shaped like an upside-down U, illustrating that an optimal level of arousal leads to peak performance, while too little or too much arousal can decrease performance.

The Yerkes-Dodson Curve, Which Describes the Relationship Between Arousal and Performance