Mathematical Models of Emotion

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Which of the following is not a component of the OCC model of emotion?

  1. Outcome

  2. Cause

  3. Appraisal

  4. Action Tendency


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The OCC model of emotion consists of three components: Outcome, Cause, and Appraisal.

What is the main idea behind the componential model of emotion?

  1. Emotions are composed of a set of distinct components.

  2. Emotions are caused by external stimuli.

  3. Emotions are learned through experience.

  4. Emotions are innate and universal.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The componential model of emotion proposes that emotions are composed of a set of distinct components, such as subjective feelings, physiological arousal, and expressive behavior.

According to the dimensional model of emotion, what are the two main dimensions of emotion?

  1. Valence and Arousal

  2. Pleasure and Displeasure

  3. Approach and Avoidance

  4. Positive and Negative


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The dimensional model of emotion proposes that emotions can be represented in a two-dimensional space, with valence (ranging from positive to negative) and arousal (ranging from low to high) as the two main dimensions.

What is the main idea behind the appraisal theory of emotion?

  1. Emotions are caused by external stimuli.

  2. Emotions are learned through experience.

  3. Emotions are innate and universal.

  4. Emotions are caused by the way we interpret and evaluate events.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The appraisal theory of emotion proposes that emotions are caused by the way we interpret and evaluate events, rather than by the events themselves.

Which of the following is not a type of appraisal in the appraisal theory of emotion?

  1. Relevance

  2. Congruence

  3. Implication

  4. Coping Potential


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Relevance, Implication, and Coping Potential are types of appraisals in the appraisal theory of emotion. Congruence is not.

What is the main idea behind the somatic marker hypothesis?

  1. Emotions are caused by external stimuli.

  2. Emotions are learned through experience.

  3. Emotions are innate and universal.

  4. Emotions are associated with specific bodily states.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The somatic marker hypothesis proposes that emotions are associated with specific bodily states, and that these bodily states can influence decision-making.

Which of the following is not a type of emotion regulation strategy?

  1. Reappraisal

  2. Suppression

  3. Avoidance

  4. Acceptance


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Reappraisal, Suppression, and Avoidance are types of emotion regulation strategies. Acceptance is not.

What is the main idea behind the broaden-and-build theory of positive emotions?

  1. Positive emotions broaden our attention and build our resources.

  2. Positive emotions narrow our attention and deplete our resources.

  3. Positive emotions have no effect on our attention or resources.

  4. Positive emotions are always harmful.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The broaden-and-build theory of positive emotions proposes that positive emotions broaden our attention and build our resources, which can lead to long-term benefits.

Which of the following is not a type of positive emotion?

  1. Joy

  2. Gratitude

  3. Anger

  4. Hope


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Joy, Gratitude, and Hope are types of positive emotions. Anger is not.

What is the main idea behind the evolutionary theory of emotion?

  1. Emotions are adaptive and have evolved to help us survive and reproduce.

  2. Emotions are learned through experience and are not adaptive.

  3. Emotions are innate and universal, but not adaptive.

  4. Emotions are harmful and should be avoided.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The evolutionary theory of emotion proposes that emotions are adaptive and have evolved to help us survive and reproduce.

Which of the following is not a type of basic emotion?

  1. Happiness

  2. Sadness

  3. Anger

  4. Surprise


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sadness, Anger, and Surprise are types of basic emotions. Happiness is not.

What is the main idea behind the discrete emotions theory?

  1. Emotions are distinct and independent categories.

  2. Emotions are continuous and blend into each other.

  3. Emotions are learned through experience and are not distinct.

  4. Emotions are innate and universal, but not distinct.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The discrete emotions theory proposes that emotions are distinct and independent categories.

Which of the following is not a type of discrete emotion?

  1. Joy

  2. Gratitude

  3. Anger

  4. Hope


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Joy, Anger, and Hope are types of discrete emotions. Gratitude is not.

What is the main idea behind the dimensional approach to emotion?

  1. Emotions can be represented in a multidimensional space.

  2. Emotions are distinct and independent categories.

  3. Emotions are learned through experience and are not dimensional.

  4. Emotions are innate and universal, but not dimensional.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The dimensional approach to emotion proposes that emotions can be represented in a multidimensional space, with each dimension representing a different aspect of emotion.

Which of the following is not a type of emotion dimension?

  1. Valence

  2. Arousal

  3. Dominance

  4. Surprise


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Valence, Arousal, and Dominance are types of emotion dimensions. Surprise is not.

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