Imani, age 11 months, is wary of strangers. However, when his mother remains nearby, Imani ventures a few feet away from her for a few minutes at a time and then returns to her for emotional support. Imani is ________.
A. engaging in effortful control
B. exhibiting unusual behavior for a toddler with stranger anxiety
C. using his mother as a secure base
D. displaying avoidance rather than approach
Answer: C
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false