Inverted U Theory

Question 1

What does the inverted U theory explain?

Answer 1

That as arousal increases so does performance. Up to a certain point

Question 2

What is the ‘certain point’ called? And what is meant by it?

Answer 2

It is called the optimal point of arousal and is it when the performer is performing at their best and are completely focused on the task

Question 3

What happens if arousal is too low?

Answer 3

The performer is unmotivated and and performance is low

Question 4

What happens if performance is too high?

Answer 4

The performer starts becoming unfocused and starts making mistakes. This leads to a drop in performance that can raise the anxiety levels of the performer and cause they to get even more aroused

Question 5

What can the optimal point of arousal also be described as?

Answer 5

The performer Can be described as “in the zone”