The James-Lange theory of emotion says that we experience
A) physical states prior to subjective feelings.
B) subjective feelings prior to physical responses to emotion.
C) simultaneous physical and subjective responses.
D) subjective feelings without consideration of physical responses.

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The James-Lange theory of emotion suggests that our physical state or response comes before subjective feelings. In other words, we first experience a physiological reaction, and this leads to the subjective experience of emotion.

The James-Lange Theory of Emotion Says That We Experience