In a research study, participants were asked to rate the funniness of a cartoon while either just looking at it or holding a pencil with their teeth. Those who rated the cartoon while holding a pencil with their teeth rated the cartoon as funnier. Since the facial muscles for a smile are similar to those required to hold a pencil in one's mouth, the results of this experiment support __________ theory of emotion.
A. James's peripheral
B. Cannon's central
C. the Schachter-Singer
D. the opponent-process
Answer: A
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