In a recent study, people were able to detect _____ faces faster than other expressions, presumably because we are especially sensitive to _____.
A)happy; positive emotions
B)sad; distress in others
C)angry and scheming; threats of possible harm
D)neutral; ambiguity

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The study found that people were able to detect angry and scheming faces faster than other expressions, presumably because we are especially sensitive to threats of possible harm. This is likely a mechanism that evolved to help us quickly identify potential dangers in our environment.

In a Recent Study, People Were Able to Detect _____