In an experiment, children with a history of physical abuse spotted angry faces more quickly than did neglected or non-maltreated children. This is thought to occur because abused children __________.
A. are more alert than non-abused children
B. have advanced perception of emotions
C. have learned to detect anger from the caregiver as quickly as possible as a coping strategy
D. have impaired emotional perception
Answer: C
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