Danny studies winks, waves, language, smiles, frowns, laughs, and any other kind of symbolic communication. What is he researching?

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Danny is researching signifiers, which refer to any symbol or gesture used to convey a meaning.

Answer: D 
 Based on the description of his research, Danny is likely exploring how different cultures may use different signifiers to convey meaning, which is part of the concept of cultural relativism. Therefore, D may also be a valid answer.

A and C are not valid choices based on the information given.

Danny Studies Winks, Waves, Language, Smiles, Frowns, Laughs, and Any