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Inverted-U theory
AQA GCSE Physical Education · 8582
Inverted-U theory
3.2.1.5 Mental preparation for performance
What you need to know
Draw an inverted-U graph, accurately labeling the x-axis for arousal level and y-axis for performance level.
Describe the inverted-U theory and the relationship between arousal and performance.
Explain how under-arousal and over-arousal both lead to low performance levels.
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