Harlow's initial monkey studies using wire and cloth "mothers" were carried out to test the role of which of the following in the formation of attachment?

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Harlow's studies were designed to test the drive reduction theory, which suggested that attachment forms because the caregiver provides food, reducing the infant's hunger drive. His findings showed that comfort and security (provided by the cloth mother) were more important than just feeding.

Harlow's Initial Monkey Studies Using Wire and Cloth "Mothers" Were