You are looking at a painting of a person whose eyes, eyebrows, and forehead seem to reveal anger, but the person's mouth is turned downward in a sad frown. Regarding this painting, which of the following statements is most likely TRUE?
A)The person in the painting is exhibiting a facial blend.
B)This is an impossible expression because a real person cannot display more than one emotion on his or her face.
C)The facial expression is really one of anger, and you have just misinterpreted the expression.
D)The facial expression is really one of sadness, and you have just misinterpreted the expression.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Facial blends, where multiple emotions are displayed on the face simultaneously, are common and can depict complex emotional states. This painting likely represents such a blend, showing both anger and sadness.

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