If a child is exposed to the "Strange Situation," then he or she ___________.
A)should receive immediate medical attention
B)will view novel and eccentric stimuli
C)will be in a room with other children that he or she does not know
D)will be left with a stranger or alone in an unfamiliar situation

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The "Strange Situation" is a laboratory procedure for assessing infant attachment to their primary caregiver. During the procedure, the child is left alone or with a stranger in an unfamiliar environment, and the behavior of the child is observed when the caregiver returns. Therefore, option D is the correct answer. The other options do not accurately describe the "Strange Situation" procedure.

If a Child Is Exposed to the "Strange Situation," Then