After working weeks on a difficult proposal for a client,Jack learns that the client has accepted the proposal and will award the contract to Jack's firm.Upon hearing this from his boss,Jack yelps 'Yahoo!' and thrusts his fisted arm in the air.This behavior is most likely an example of:
A) perceptions directly influencing beliefs.
B) behavioral intentions directly influencing behavior.
C) emotions directly influencing feelings.
D) beliefs directly influencing feelings.
E) emotions directly influencing behavior.

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Jack's behavior of yelling "Yahoo!" and thrusting his arm in the air is a clear indication of his emotional state of excitement and joy. This emotional state has directly influenced his behavior of expressing himself in a certain way. Therefore, option E - emotions directly influencing behavior - seems to be the most appropriate choice.

After Working Weeks on a Difficult Proposal for a Client,Jack