Baby Chuck is picked up by a stranger. He immediately looks at his mother's face, and judges his reaction based on whether she expresses pleasure or concern. Chuck's reliance on cues from his mother in forming his own reaction is best considered an example of:

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Social referencing refers to the subtle emotional signals, usually from the parent, that influence the infant's behavior.

Baby Chuck Is Picked Up by a Stranger