Macie Is an Extremely Inhibited Child at Age 2

question 5

Multiple Choice

Macie is an extremely inhibited child at age 2.How will Macie likely behave in elementary school if her parents fail to encourage social exploration?

• A) She will show high levels of inhibition and shyness.
• B) She will be a little shy.
• C) She will be extremely outgoing.
• D) It is impossible to know as inhibition is not a stable trait.

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