Which of the following is an example of social referencing?
A) One 9-month-old smiles at another child of the same age.
B) The infant sees a rabbit, looks at her mother, who is smiling, then smiles.
C) A 7-month-old cries when an unfamiliar adult approaches.
D) A 12-month-old imitates a sound an adult made.

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Social referencing involves an infant looking to a caregiver for guidance in unfamiliar or ambiguous situations. In this example, the infant sees a rabbit and looks at their mother who is smiling, indicating that the situation is safe and happy. The infant then smiles, using their mother's facial expression as a reference for their own emotions.

Which of the Following Is an Example of Social Referencing