Research on facial expressions has taught us that facial expressions are __________.
A) universal
B) learned
C) inherent to a culture and therefore mean different things to different cultures
D) inherent to a region and therefore mean different things in different countries

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Research has shown that some facial expressions, such as those for basic emotions like happiness, sadness, anger, and fear, are universally recognizable across different cultures and societies. This suggests that these expressions are innate and not learned through socialization or cultural conditioning.

Research on Facial Expressions Has Taught Us That Facial Expressions