What is ‘cognitive appraisal theory’?

A. The theory that emotions result from cognitive evaluation of situations
B. A method for improving memory retention
C. The process of decision-making under uncertainty
D. The influence of social context on emotions

Answer: The theory that emotions result from cognitive evaluation of situations


Additional Information: Cognitive appraisal theory posits that our emotional responses are determined by how we interpret and evaluate events.


Subjects: Psychology