Recent research suggests that the emotional meaning of facial expressions across cultures is:
A)entirely consistent,illustrating the universality of emotion.
B)mostly consistent but not perfect.
C)consistent at levels slightly greater than chance.
D)mostly consistent only in Western cultures.

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While there is general consistency in the emotional meaning of facial expressions across cultures, there are some variations and differences, especially in subtle expressions. This suggests that while there is some universality in the way emotions are expressed, cultural and contextual factors also play a role in how they are interpreted.

Recent Research Suggests That the Emotional Meaning of Facial Expressions