In the context of the strange-situation experiment conducted by Mary Ainsworth and her associates, identify an accurate statement about insecure-avoidant infants.
A. A majority of the infants in the world are insecure-avoidant.
B. Insecure-avoidant infants show a high level of distress in separation episodes.
C. A majority of the infants are commonly classified as insecure-avoidant in Western cultures.
D. Insecure-avoidant infants show difficulty in reuniting with their caregiver.
Answer: C
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