Sam's parents grounded him because he failed two of his classes. After being on his best behavior for weeks, his parents agreed to let him out to see a movie with his friends, but only if he was home by 10 pm. When he returned home after 1 am, his father met him at the door and shook his head without saying a word, or knowing how to feel. He eventually told Sam that he was disappointed in his behavior. The somatovisceral afference model of emotion (SAME) suggests that his dad's delayed reaction was likely due to him needing more time to
A. express himself because his emotion was so intense.
B. cognitively process his intense, specific physical sensations.
C. cognitively process his general negative arousal.
D. keep his emotional reservoir from spilling over.
Answer: C
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