Which of the following is an example of a display rule?
a. Biting one's lip in embarrassment
b. Dropping one's jaw in surprise
c. Suppressing anger during a debate
d. Expressing happiness to a loved one
Answer: C
Rationale: Display rules refer to the unwritten expectations we have regarding when it is appropriate to show a certain emotion.
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