In the year 2999,Bert is alive,but he is only a brain connected to a "life machine." Because Bert has no body,he does not experience physiological responses such as changes in heartbeat,perspiration,or breathing.Yet Bert still experiences the full range of emotions.The theory of emotion that best explains how Bert can experience these emotions is ____ theory.
A) the Schachter-Singer
B) the opponent-process
C) James's peripheral
D) Cannon's central

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Cannon's central theory posits that emotions are experienced directly in the brain, independent of physiological responses in the body. Since Bert, who is only a brain connected to a life machine, still experiences emotions without a body to produce physiological responses, this theory best explains his emotional experiences.

In the Year 2999,Bert Is Alive,but He Is Only a Brain