alleryFear of perceived threats typically appears at about:
A8 to 12 months
B1 to 2 months
C3 to 4 months
D2 to 3 years
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. 8 to 12 months
1. Newborns do not seem to experience fear.
2. By about 8 to 12 months there is a fairly rapid change and they become fearful of perceived threats.
3. Preference for familiar people and stranger anxiety follow.
_Source: Wikipedia, "Child development" (rev 1378784615), section "Factor"_
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