Asked by Lovetee Cooper on Apr 24, 2024
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Generalizing from the text,which of the following infants is likely to show the strongest stranger anxiety?
A) A 6-month-old Navajo infant from a small family
B) A 9-month-old Anglo infant from a small family
C) An 18-month-old Anglo infant from a large family
D) A 9-month-old Anglo infant from a large family
Stranger Anxiety
A form of distress that infants and young children experience when exposed to people unfamiliar to them, typically emerging around 6 to 9 months of age.
Navajo
A Native American people of the Southwestern United States, also known for their rich culture, language, and history.
Anglo
Refers to English-speaking individuals or elements, especially those from England or derived from British culture.
- Identify indicators of unfamiliar person and separation distress in young children.
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Jagtar SinghMay 02, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Stranger anxiety typically peaks around 8-12 months of age, making a 9-month-old more likely to exhibit stronger stranger anxiety compared to a 6-month-old or an 18-month-old. The size of the family or cultural background is less directly relevant to the intensity of stranger anxiety at this developmental stage.
Learning Objectives
- Identify indicators of unfamiliar person and separation distress in young children.