Young Pemba is being observed as he plays in a room with his mother. Pemba frequently plays with the toys in the room, but occasionally looks back at his mother to make sure she is there. After a quick smile is exchanged between mother and child, Pemba goes back to playing with the toys. When Pemba's mother leaves the room, he becomes moderately upset, but is easily soothed when she returns. Which type of attachment does Pemba seem to have with his mother?
A) Loving
B) Secure
C) Interdependent
D) Developmental

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Pemba's behavior suggests that he has a secure attachment with his mother. He is confident that she will be there for him when he needs her, and he is able to explore his environment and play with toys knowing that she is nearby. When she leaves, he is upset but is easily comforted upon her return. This is typical behavior for children with secure attachments.

Young Pemba Is Being Observed as He Plays in a Room