After her baby shower, Jasmine admits to her sister that she is concerned about her ability to care for her baby. Her sister assures her she will be a good mother, but Jasmine seems much more worried than excited about motherhood. Which statement is true?
A. Jasmine's baby's temperament is unlikely to be affected by Jasmine's attitude about motherhood, even if they persist.
B. Jasmine's feelings about motherhood before birth are not predictive of her treatment of her baby.
C. Jasmine's baby's temperament will be the most predictive factor in Jasmine's success with motherhood.
D. Jasmine's baby is more likely to be fussy and irritable and difficult to sooth.
Answer: D
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