In what way is the James-Lange theory similar to the Two-Factor theory of emotion?
A) They both believe that physiological arousal precedes the emotional experience.
B) They both believe that cognitive labels for the physiological arousal are needed before an emotion can be experienced.
C) They both place emphasis on the thalamus as a relay centre for emotional information.
D) They both agree that negative emotions are processed much faster than positive emotions.

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Both theories propose that physiological arousal occurs before the emotional experience, although they differ in the role of cognitive processes.

In What Way Is the James-Lange Theory Similar to the Two-Factor