Which of the following is a TRUE statement regarded as evidence of primitive self-regulatory abilities among infants?

A) Within the first few months of life, infants can inhibit their first responses and resist
interference.
B) Within the first few months of life, infants are able to comply with simple requests from a
caregiver.
C) Within the first few months of life, infants can voluntarily initiate and stop their own
behaviors.
D) Within the first few months of life, infants will turn away from sources of strong
stimulation.


D

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