Consider what you have learned about attachment.When their parents left that morning,Penny and Nelson most likely had _________ because _____________.

A) different reactions; Penny is a girl and Nelson is a boy
B) similar responses; they are cared for equally by their parents
C) similar responses; they are in the same stage of childhood development
D) different reactions; they have different personalities

Attachment theory suggests that infants and toddlers form a strong emotional bond with their parents or primary caregivers, and this bond provides them with a sense of security and comfort. Therefore, it is likely that Penny and Nelson had similar responses when their parents left because they both feel attached to them and rely on their presence for their emotional well-being. Gender, personality, and development stage may influence their individual behaviors, but attachment is a universal concept that applies to all children.