The finding that heart rate and skin temperature increase for one emotion (e.g., anger) but decrease for another emotion is an important finding because it _____of emotion.
A)supports the James-Lange theory
B)refutes the James-Lange theory
C)supports Cannon's criticism of the James-Lange theory
D)refutes Cannon's criticism of the James-Lange theory

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The James-Lange theory posits that physiological arousal precedes the experience of emotion, suggesting that different emotions are associated with different patterns of physiological responses. The finding that heart rate and skin temperature vary with different emotions supports this theory.

The Finding That Heart Rate and Skin Temperature Increase for One