Human Growth and Development CLEP Prep Practice Exam

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What type of attachment does an infant form when their needs are met consistently and attentively?

  1. Secure attachment

  2. Insecure attachment

  3. Avoidant attachment

  4. Detached attachment

The correct answer is: Secure attachment

An infant forms a secure attachment when their needs are met consistently and attentively, meaning they are able to form positive relationships with their caregivers and have a sense of safety and trust in their environment. Insecure attachment, on the other hand, can be formed when a child's needs are inconsistently met or are not met at all, leading to anxiety, mistrust, and difficulty forming relationships in the future. Option C, avoidant attachment, involves a child avoiding attachment or emotional connection with their caregiver due to a lack of consistent care. Option D, detached attachment, is not a recognized attachment style and does not accurately describe the relationship between an infant and their caregiver. Therefore, option A is the correct answer.