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-resistant attachment type in Ainsworth's 'Strange Situation'?

• A: The infant is easily comforted by a stranger in the absence of the caregiver and shows little preference for either.
• B: The infant displays intense distress upon separation and shows ambivalent behaviour, such as seeking proximity but resisting physical comfort, during reunion.
• C: The infant demonstrates high levels of exploration and is indifferent to the caregiver's departure and return.
• D: The infant shows low willingness to explore the playroom, tending to stay close to the caregiver throughout.
• E: The infant uses the caregiver as a secure base to explore but is easily pacified and comforted upon their return.