You are walking through the jungle and you see a very large snake.Which of the following explanations best represents the James-Lange theory of emotion?
A) You are afraid because you are shaking.
B) You are shaking because you are afraid.
C) You are shaking because you know that a snake is scary.
D) You are shaking and you are afraid.

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The James-Lange theory of emotion suggests that physiological arousal precedes the experience of emotion, so you feel afraid because you notice you are shaking.

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