Which of the following emotions is a prototypical emotion?
A) schadenfreude
B) happiness
C) shame
D) nostalgia

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Happiness is considered a prototypical emotion as it is universally recognized and experienced in similar ways across cultures. It is also a basic emotion that is innate and often occurs spontaneously. The other options (schadenfreude, shame, and nostalgia) are more complex emotions that may not be experienced or recognized in the same way across cultures.

Which of the Following Emotions Is a Prototypical Emotion