Harlow's study of baby rhesus monkeys separated from their mothers at birth demonstrated that the most important factor in attachment is:
A)feeding.
B)firm discipline.
C)strict discipline.
D)contact comfort.

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Harlow's study showed that the baby monkeys formed strong attachments with soft and cushioned "surrogate mothers" even if they did not provide food. This demonstrated that contact comfort - the physical touch and warmth - was the most important factor in attachment, not feeding or discipline.

Harlow's Study of Baby Rhesus Monkeys Separated from Their Mothers