James is walking home alone at night when he is suddenly startled and scared.A few seconds later,he realizes that he heard a noise that came from a stray cat.His experience demonstrates how ________ can be instantly activated prior to conscious awareness.

A) schemas
B) emotions
C) stereotypes
D) memories

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Stephen Stewart · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : B, Explanation :  James' immediate emotional response (startle and fear) was activated prior to conscious awareness of the source of the noise, demonstrating how emotions can be instantly activated.

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