Based on research cited in your text, which of the following conclusions regarding affective forecasting is probably MOST accurate?
A) People accurately predict not only the intensity of their feelings, but also whether they will feel positively or negatively.
B) People inaccurately predict the intensity of their feelings, but accurately predict whether they will feel positively or negatively.
C) People accurately predict the intensity of their feelings, but not whether they will feel positively or negatively.
D) People inaccurately predict not only the intensity of their feelings, but also whether they will feel positively or negatively.

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Research on affective forecasting shows that while people can often predict the valence of their emotional responses (whether they will feel good or bad), they tend to overestimate the intensity and duration of their emotional reactions, making choice B the most accurate.

Based on Research Cited in Your Text, Which of the Following