Question

when shown a face that is exhibiting the emotion of anger, children who have been physically abused are ______ than those who were not physically abused.
a more accurate at identifying anger
b less accurate at identifying anger
c more accurate at identifying fear
d less accurate at identifying fear

Explanation:

Research in psychology (specifically in the area of child abuse and emotional recognition) has shown that children who have experienced physical abuse are more attuned to detecting anger. This is a survival - related adaptation. Physically abused children may be more vigilant to signs of anger (as it may precede abuse) compared to non - abused children.

Answer:

A. more accurate at identifying anger