Why Is the Social Smile an Important Milestone in Infant

question 9

Multiple Choice

Why is the social smile an important milestone in infant development?

• A) The social smile enhances caregiver-child bonding.
• B) The social smile indicates that the infant has a developed sense of humor.
• C) The social smile indicates that the infant has an awareness of self.
• D) The social smile enhances the development of friendships in infancy.

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Definitions:

Control Over Behavior

The ability of an individual to regulate actions and reactions in accordance with societal norms or personal goals.

Healthy Self-Concept

A positive perception or image of oneself, reflecting confidence and an understanding of one's strengths and weaknesses.

Number 1

Often represents the first in a series or a winner in a competition; in mathematics, it's the natural number that follows 0 and precedes 2.