An angry 5-year-old girl might stop herself from hitting another child because she has developed _____.

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Emotional regulation refers to a person's ability to effectively manage and express their emotions in socially appropriate ways. In this case, the 5-year-old girl is able to control the urge to hit another child, indicating that she has developed some level of emotional regulation. Social referencing (A) refers to a child's tendency to look to a caregiver for guidance in new or uncertain situations, self-esteem (B) refers to a person's overall sense of self-worth, and identification (C) refers to a child's tendency to model their behavior after a significant other. While all of these may play a role in a child's behavior, they do not directly relate to the scenario described.

An Angry 5-Year-Old Girl Might Stop Herself from Hitting Another