A parent who provides inconsistent nurturing, meeting infant's needs only time to time, will have a child who develops ________.
A) an avoidant attachment
B) a secure attachment
C) an anxious-ambivalent attachment
D) dismissive attachment

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An inconsistent nurturing style, where a caregiver meets the infant's needs only sporadically, is likely to lead to an anxious-ambivalent attachment. In this attachment style, children may become unsure about the availability of their caregiver, leading to anxiety and ambivalence about seeking comfort from them.

A Parent Who Provides Inconsistent Nurturing, Meeting Infant's Needs Only