Which among the following does not refer to Social Referencing?

(A) Intentional search for information about others' feelings, to help explain the meaning of uncertain circumstances and events

(B) It occurs around the age of 2 – 3 years

(C) Infants make use of facial expressions in social referencing

(D) Infants need to understand the significance of other's behavior within the context of a specific situation

Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:-

1. A(B) only
2. B(A) and (C) only
3. C(B) and (C) only
4. D(A) and (D) only

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Correct answer: A. (B) only

Explanation

Social referencing appears at about 8–10 months, not 2–3 years, so statement B does not apply.