Which of the following best demonstrates that the expression of some emotions is hard-wired (innate)?
A) The emotional state of infants is clear before they learn to speak.
B) People can recognize the emotions of others within their social group by reading their facial expressions.
C) Inducing people to smile makes them feel better.
D) People who have been blind and deaf since birth smile when happy.
Answer: D
Rationale: Because deaf and blind children smile without ever having seen or hear someone else smile, they are the best evidence that some facial expressions are innate.
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