Which of the following statements regarding potential reasons for why negative emotions have been studied more exhaustively in the field than positive emotions is LEAST accurate?
A) ?Negative emotions have survival value.
B) ?Negative emotions are involved in fight or flight.
C) ?Negative emotions are less frequent than positive emotions.
D) ?Negative emotions have evolutionary significance.
C
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could indicate that ____ is taking place. a. gender discrimination b. ageism c. a glass cliff d. a glass ceiling
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A) dull and repetitive work B) too heavy of a work load C) both dull work and being overloaded can lead to exhaustion D) exhaustion is caused by internal motivation, not the nature of the work
Unlike relationships with other adolescents, a teen's family relationships are generally
A) asymmetrical. B) full of storm and stress. C) based on social equality. D) open to radical change.
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How could Hilda's test performance be affected by her worries? What will be an ideal response?