_______________ are accessories we wear, such as: jewelry, makeup, piercings, etc.; or other ways in which we alter our appearance in order to make a statement, such as: hairstyle, tattoos, etc.

Artifacts are objects or appearance choices that communicate something about a person. Jewelry, makeup, piercings, hairstyles, and tattoos can all serve as artifacts because they alter or adorn appearance. Emblems are gestures with specific meanings, while affect displays communicate emotion, so “Artifacts” is the correct choice.

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