Nikita is 18 months old, and she has a tendency to cry when strangers come near her. She is displaying one of a baby's earliest emotions, ________.
A) fear
B) embarrassment
C) jealousy
D) pride

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Fear is a common emotion displayed by infants around strangers. They may cry or cling to their caregivers as a way to signal their discomfort or anxiety in unfamiliar situations. Embarrassment, jealousy, and pride are more complex emotions that typically develop later in childhood.

Nikita Is 18 Months Old, and She Has a Tendency