In the Strange Situation, an infant who shows both approach and avoidance when his mother returns is showing __________ attachment.
A) secure
B) resistant
C) avoidant
D) disoriented
E) unsuccessful

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In the Strange Situation, an infant who displays a mix of approach and avoidance behaviors towards the caregiver upon reunion is considered to have a resistant (or ambivalent) attachment style. This pattern reflects the child's confusion and uncertainty about how to react to the caregiver, indicating a struggle between seeking comfort and resisting it due to past experiences of inconsistent responsiveness.

In the Strange Situation, an Infant Who Shows Both Approach