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A securely attached infant in Ainsworth's Strange Situation would:

A.Show no distress when the mother leaves

B.Avoid the mother when she returns

C.Seek comfort from the mother upon reunion and then explore

D.Cling to the mother and refuse to explore

Explanation

Core Concept

Securely attached infants use the caregiver as a secure base for exploration, show distress at separation, and seek comfort upon reunion before returning to play.

Correct Answer

CSeek comfort from the mother upon reunion and then explore

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