An example of social referencing is when an infant or toddler

A) cries when picked up by an unfamiliar adult.
B) looks at his mother's facial expression before touching an unfamiliar toy.
C) prefers one parent over the other.
D) screams with anger when he cannot reach a desired toy.


B

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