If a student makes decisions immediately after a difficult emotion arises, what is the biggest risk?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: The decision may be wrong due to emotional influence
Strong emotions can narrow attention and encourage quick reactions, so the student may overlook evidence, alternatives, or longer-term consequences. Pausing, naming the emotion, and reviewing the situation can improve decision quality. A states a risk rather than an absolute outcome; B, C, and D incorrectly assume that emotion removes the need for planning or automatically improves control.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
The decision may be wrong due to emotional influence
Why is this the correct answer?
Strong emotions can narrow attention and encourage quick reactions, so the student may overlook evidence, alternatives, or longer-term consequences. Pausing, naming the emotion, and reviewing the situation can improve decision quality. A states a risk rather than an absolute outcome; B, C, and D incorrectly assume that emotion removes the need for planning or automatically improves control.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 11 Psychology question. Chapter: Motivation and Emotion. Topic: Managing Emotions.
