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Crying is more frequent in infants who are:

  1. Not held for at least 90 minutes immediately after birth
  2. Picked up immediately when they start crying
  3. Between birth and 6 weeks of age
  4. Between 6 weeks and 3 months of age
Explanation

Answer: c) Between birth and 6 weeks of age

During the first few weeks of life, infants tend to cry more frequently. This period, often referred to as the "peak of crying," usually occurs between birth and 6 weeks of age. During this time, infants are adjusting to their new environment outside the womb, and crying is a primary means of communication. The crying can be due to various reasons such as hunger, discomfort, the need for sleep, or the need to be soothed. As infants grow older, they gradually learn other ways of communication, and the frequency of crying typically decreases.

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