When they are arguing, Jill notices that her mother uses gestures to try to control the conflict. Jill's mother raises her hand to get Jill's attention and makes a "zipping" motion across her mouth when she wants Jill to be quiet. Jill's mother also waves slightly when she thinks that Jill should say something. Jill's mother is using gestures as ________ during conflict.

A. emblems
B. affect displays
C. illustrators
D. regulators


Answer: D

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