Which of the following best defines an emotion?
A)an aroused psychological state that occurs because of a physiological need
B)a deprivation that energizes a drive to eliminate or reduce the deprivation
C)an innate or unlearned biological pattern of behavior that is assumed to be universal throughout a species
D)an affect that can involve physiological arousal,conscious experience,and behavioral expression

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An emotion is an affect, which is a subjective experience, and can involve physiological arousal, conscious experience, and behavioral expression. Choice A describes a drive, choice B describes a motive, and choice C describes an instinct, which are related but distinct concepts from emotions.

Which of the Following Best Defines an Emotion