Ferdinand sees that his mother is anxious while interacting with a stranger.He, in turn, is less likely to want to interact with that stranger.This is an example of:

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The situation described in the question is an example of social referencing. Ferdinand is using his mother's emotional response as a guide for his own behavior in the situation. He is observing her reaction to the stranger and using that as information to determine his own level of comfort with the stranger. This is a common developmental milestone that typically emerges in the second half of the baby's first year.

Ferdinand Sees That His Mother Is Anxious While Interacting with a Stranger.He