Lenora's parents always taught her that she ought to "put on a happy face" even when she is not. According to research on self-perception theory, what effect does this behavior have on her corresponding internal state?
A) It makes her seem like a fake.
B) It works-behaving as if she is happy can actually make Lenora feel happier.
C) It does not work and actually makes some people even unhappier.
D) None of the above are correct.

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According to self-perception theory, our internal states are inferred from our behavior and the situational context. Therefore, by putting on a happy face, Lenora's external behavior can influence her internal state, making her feel happier as a result. This is known as "facial feedback hypothesis."

Lenora's Parents Always Taught Her That She Ought to "Put