The correct answer is B. deserves.

  • Demands means to ask for something in a forceful or angry way. This is not the correct answer because the child is not asking for attention, they deserve it.
  • Suits means to be appropriate or suitable for someone or something. This is not the correct answer because the child is not appropriate for attention, they deserve it.
  • Invites means to ask someone to come to a place or event. This is not the correct answer because the child is not asking for attention, they deserve it.

The child deserves serious attention at this age because they are growing and developing rapidly. They need to be nurtured and cared for in order to reach their full potential.