In a research study,participants are asked to rate the funniness of a cartoon while either just looking at it or holding a pencil with their teeth.Those who rate the cartoon while holding a pencil with their teeth rate the cartoon as funnier.Because the facial muscles for a smile are similar to those required to hold a pencil in one's mouth,the results of this experiment support ____ theory of emotion.
A) James's peripheral
B) Cannon's central
C) the Schachter-Singer
D) the opponent-process

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James's peripheral theory of emotion suggests that physiological responses (like the facial muscle activity involved in holding a pencil between one's teeth, which mimics a smile) can influence emotional experiences. In this study, the act of holding a pencil in a way that simulates a smiling expression led participants to rate cartoons as funnier, aligning with James's theory that physical states can affect emotions.

In a Research Study,participants Are Asked to Rate the Funniness