Regarding the critical situation of feeding, a child who is allowed to cry without being fed learns to

a. be aggressive.
b. actively manipulate their parents.
c. be passive.
d. develop self-efficacy in situations.

ANSWER: c

Psychology

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What will be an ideal response?

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