Question

when marc was an infant, he did not adapt well to change, but as a preadolescent, he will eventually accept changes if they are introduced gradually. marc is most likely _______
a. difficult
b. easy
c. slow-to-warm-up
d. securely attached

please select the best answer from the choices provided

a
b
c
d

Explanation:

Analyze the behavioral description

Marc did not adapt well to change as an infant, but gradually warms up and accepts changes over time if they are introduced slowly.

Match with temperament classifications

• Easy: Adapts quickly to routines and new experiences.
• Difficult: Reacts negatively, cries frequently, and is slow to accept change.
• Slow-to-warm-up: Low activity level, somewhat negative, and shows low adaptability initially, but gradually adapts with repeated, gentle exposure.
• Securely attached: An attachment style, not an infant temperament category.

Select the correct option

The description of slowly adapting to change when introduced gradually perfectly matches the slow-to-warm-up temperament.

Answer:

• A. difficult
• B. easy
• C. slow-to-warm-up (Correct answer)
• D. securely attached