Babies who cry _____ are likely to get a faster response from their parents than those who don't _____.
A)minimally;because the rarity makes it seem important.
B)at a lower pitch;because this is more in the parents' range of hearing.
C)with lower intensity;because this is less annoying to adults.
D)for a long time;because this provides a reliable signal.

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Babies who cry for a long time provide a reliable signal to their parents that they may need attention or assistance, and therefore are more likely to receive a faster response.

Babies Who Cry _____ Are Likely to Get a Faster