Chandra was getting ready to take a midterm exam, and she took an antihistamine drug that has caused her physiological arousal level to increase to a very high level.Based on what is known about the link between arousal and performance, you should predict that Chandra will:
A)do worse on the exam because of the increase in her level of arousal
B)do better on the exam because of the increase in her level of arousal
C)not do any differently on the exam, even though her arousal level has increased
D)have trouble concentrating on the exam and may become frustrated or angry

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High levels of arousal can impair performance on complex tasks, such as exams, due to increased anxiety and difficulty concentrating.

Chandra Was Getting Ready to Take a Midterm Exam, and She