Because Human Infants Are Born Helpless and Dependent, They Form

question 162

Multiple Choice

Because human infants are born helpless and dependent, they form strong bonds with their caregivers. The technical term for the bond is

• A) emotional cementing.
• B) reflexive love.
• C) accommodation.
• D) attachment.

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Definitions:

Electric Shocks

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Reciprocal-Concession Effect

A phenomenon in social psychology where a person who has conceded something to another is more likely to comply with a subsequent larger request.

Concessional Bargaining

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