Multiple choice

The most universally recognized facial expression is

  1. pursed lips

  2. smiling

  3. sticking out your tongue

  4. raising your eyebrows
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Smiling is recognized across all cultures as expressing happiness/friendliness - it's the most universal facial expression. Darwin noted this universality. Pursed lips can indicate disapproval or thought but meanings vary. Tongue-sticking is culturally specific (ridicule in some cultures, greeting in Tibet). Raised eyebrows can signal surprise or greeting but isn't as universally understood as smiling.

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