The Only Child facts

• A. Be the center of attention; often enjoys position. May feel special.
• B. Rely on others for help with every task.
• C. Always have more siblings than others.
• D. Have no personal independence.

Answer: (A)

An only child is often the center of family attention because there are no siblings competing for mom and dad’s time. That sole-status can make the child feel special and valued, and many enjoy being in the spotlight or in a position where adults direct the activities. In day-to-day interactions, this can translate to wanting more adult guidance, enjoying praise, and being comfortable being the focus of attention.

This aligns with why the best choice fits: it captures the typical dynamic of being the single recipient of parental attention and the sense of being unique in the family, which shapes behavior in settings like childcare.

The other ideas don’t fit as well because there aren’t more siblings to rely on, so the notion of always having more siblings is impossible; and being without personal independence isn’t inherent to being an only child—many only children are independent and capable of handling tasks on their own, even as they seek adult involvement or guidance in other moments.