What Is the Proposed Function of Crying

question 48

Multiple Choice

What is the proposed function of crying?

• A)It is the infant's way of venting anger or frustration.
• B)It is the infant's way of signalling or communicating his or her needs to caregivers.
• C)It is a clue that the parents have been spoiling their infant with too much attention.
• D)It is an indication that the infant will soon fall asleep.

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