When Kyle's mother is nearby, he explores a new environment and plays with the new toys present. Mary Ainsworth would say he is
A) insecure disorganized.
B) insecure avoidant.
C) insecure avoidant .
D) securely attached.

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Kyle's behavior of exploring and playing in the presence of his mother indicates that he is comfortable and secure in his attachment to her. Therefore, he would be described as securely attached according to Mary Ainsworth's attachment theory.

When Kyle's Mother Is Nearby, He Explores a New Environment