Infants who are insecurely attached may do which of the following when a parent leaves and then returns during the strange situation procedure?

a. Show anger when mom leaves, but happiness when she returns.
b. Show anger when mom leaves, and is indifferent to her when she returns.
c. Refuses to engage with the stranger in the room.
d. Are happy when mom leaves and angry when she returns.


Answer: B

Rationale: Insecure attachment has three subtypes: disorganized, resistant, and avoidant.

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