When Brent attends the annual party for his fraternity,he usually begins acting rowdy after just one beer.When he is watching a movie with his girlfriend,however,one beer makes him feel relaxed.Brent's seemingly discrepant behaviors is MOST likely explained by:
A)expectancy theory.
B)alcohol's effects on the GABA system.
C)alcohol myopia.
D)alcohol's effects on endogenous opiates.

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Expectancy theory suggests that Brent's behavior is influenced by his expectations of how alcohol should affect him in different social contexts. At a fraternity party, he expects to become rowdy, while in a more intimate setting with his girlfriend, he expects to feel relaxed.

When Brent Attends the Annual Party for His Fraternity,he Usually