Which of the following statements about joint attention is true?
A) Joint attention requires the ability to track one's own behavior.
B) Emerging forms of joint attention occur at about 4 to 5 months.
C) Frequently engaging in joint attention hinders infants' vocabulary development.
D) Joint attention requires reciprocal interaction.

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Joint attention requires a reciprocal interaction between the infant and the caregiver, where both are aware of each other's attention focus. Option A is incorrect because joint attention requires tracking the caregiver's behavior, not just one's own. Option B is incorrect as emerging forms of joint attention occur around 6 months of age. Option C is also incorrect as engaging in joint attention is positively correlated with vocabulary development.

Which of the Following Statements About Joint Attention Is True