Look at the statements below (A, B, C, D and E).

Which two statements best describe the behaviour of an infant who shows an insecure-avoidant attachment type in Ainsworth's 'Strange Situation'?

• A: The infant shows significant distress and cries intensely when separated from the caregiver.
• B: The infant is content to explore the environment without using the caregiver as a secure base.
• C: The infant avoids contact or interaction with the caregiver upon reunion.
• D: The infant seeks physical proximity to the caregiver on reunion and is quickly calmed.
• E: The infant displays extreme distress when left with a stranger and cannot be easily comforted.