Which infant reflex is correctly matched with its description?
A)Moro startle reflex; following a sudden drop in height,an infant extends its arms and legs and quickly brings them in
B)grasping reflex; an infant turns its head toward something touching its cheek
C)sucking reflex; an infant grips something placed in its hand
D)rooting reflex; toes fan out and curl in when sole of foot is stroked

Question

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The Moro startle reflex is correctly described as the extension of limbs following a sudden drop in height.

Answer: B
 The rooting reflex is when an infant turns its head toward something touching its cheek.

Answer: C
 The grasping reflex is incorrectly matched with the description. The grasping reflex is when an infant grips something placed in its palm.

Answer: D
 The sucking reflex is incorrectly matched with the description. The rooting reflex is when toes fan out and curl in when the sole of the foot is stroked.

Which Infant Reflex Is Correctly Matched with Its Description