Leonard is changing his 4-month-old son's diaper, and afterwards he gets him into his pajamas. While easing the little guy's foot into the sleeper, he inadvertently strokes the boy's foot and is surprised to see the toes immediately fan out. He does it again to the other foot, and gets the same response. Leonard has accidently stumbled upon his son's ________ reflex.
A) rooting
B) palmar
C) Moro
D) Babinski

Question

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The Babinski reflex is elicited by stroking the sole of the foot, and causes the toes to fan out and the big toe to extend upward. This reflex is present in infants and is a sign of a healthy nervous system.

Leonard Is Changing His 4-Month-Old Son's Diaper, and Afterwards He