The idea that people perform best when arousal is moderate is captured by the ____.
A) James-Lange theory
B) Schachter-Singer law
C) Yerkes-Dodson curve
D) self-determination model

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The Yerkes-Dodson curve proposes that people perform best when arousal is moderate. When arousal is too low or too high, performance decreases. This principle has been applied to many areas of psychology, including sports performance, academic achievement, and job performance. The other answer choices are not related to this concept.

The Idea That People Perform Best When Arousal Is Moderate