According to the __________ hypothesis, infants look to their caregivers to reduce ambiguity and learn appropriate ways to react in novel social situations.

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The hypothesis described in the question is known as the social referencing hypothesis, where infants look to their caregivers for guidance in new situations. This is a separate construct from attachment theory and emotional referencing, which focus more on the emotional bond between caregiver and infant. Therefore, the best choice is B, social referencing.

According to the __________ Hypothesis, Infants Look to Their Caregivers