Which assertion about attachment behaviors in different cultures is TRUE?
A) Attachment is biologically driven, and thus infants in all cultures display the same types of attachment behaviors and are classified into the same major attachment groups.
B) Although infants of many cultures can be classified into the major attachment categories, some cultures show quite different patterns.
C) Infants in all other cultures show entirely different patterns of attachment behavior and cannot be classified into the same groups as infants in the United States.
D) Attachment behaviors are entirely dependent on culture, and the Strange Situation can be used to classify only infants in the United States.

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Although there are similarities in attachment behaviors across cultures, there are also cultural variations in attachment patterns. Some cultures may emphasize different attachment behaviors or have different expectations for infant behavior, leading to different attachment classifications. Therefore, option A and C are incorrect. Option D is incorrect because while cultural factors do play a role, attachment behaviors also have a biological basis.

Which Assertion About Attachment Behaviors in Different Cultures Is TRUE