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 or protest if the mother leaves the room and welcome her back when she returns.
D) are not concerned upon separation, but cry to be picked up and held on her return.

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Mary Ainsworth's research found that securely attached infants cry or protest if the mother leaves the room but welcome her back when she returns. This shows that the infant trusts their caregiver to return and is confident in their ability to provide comfort and security.

Mary Ainsworth Observed That Securely Attached Infants