Emma and Jackson encounter a fox while hiking in the woods.Emma is thrilled to see the fox,but Jackson is frightened and runs away.Which theorist would explain that their different responses are based on differences in their cognitive appraisal of the situation?

A) Robert Zajonc
B) William James
C) Richard Lazarus
D) Joseph LeDoux

Cognitive Appraisal

The process by which an individual evaluates and interprets an event or situation that leads to an emotional response.

Different Responses

Variability in reactions or answers by individuals to the same stimulus or situation.

Richard Lazarus

A psychologist known for his work on stress and coping, emphasizing the role of cognitive processes in response to external stressors.