At 12 months of age, James is classified as securely attached. Which behaviors in the strange situation would be consistent with his classification?
A)James is moderately distressed when mother leaves him alone and pleased when she returns.
B)James is unconcerned when his mother leaves and uninterested when she returns.
C)James is very upset when his mother leaves and seems both relieved and angry when she returns.
D)James is very upset when his mother leaves and he ignores her when she returns.

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A securely attached child will show distress when the caregiver leaves, seek comfort from the caregiver when they return, and be easily soothed. The fact that James is pleased when his mother returns suggests that he has a secure attachment to her.

At 12 Months of Age, James Is Classified as Securely