Mary Ainsworth observed that securely attached infants
A)do not seem to care when the mother leaves the room and do not seek her out on her return.
B)protest loudly when the mother leaves but resist contact with her when she returns.
C)cry if the mother leaves the room,are easily soothed,and welcome her back when she returns.
D)are not concerned upon separation but cry when picked up and held on her return.

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Mary Ainsworth observed that securely attached infants cry if the mother leaves the room, but they are easily soothed, and they welcome her back when she returns. They have a healthy balance of wanting proximity to the caregiver, but also feeling secure enough to explore their environment.

Mary Ainsworth Observed That Securely Attached Infants