Babies are born with several reflexes for getting food.One of these is to
A) withdraw a limb to escape pain.
B) turn the head away from a cloth placed over the face.
C) open the mouth in search of a nipple when touched on the cheek.
D) look longer at face-like images.

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The reflex described in option C is known as the rooting reflex, which is a reflex action that occurs when a baby's cheek is stroked or touched. The baby will turn its head and open its mouth in search of a nipple for feeding. This is a very important reflex for newborns to ensure they receive adequate nourishment in the early stages of life. Option A describes the withdrawal reflex, option B describes the gag reflex, and option D describes the preference for face-like stimuli, but none of these are specifically related to feeding.

Babies Are Born with Several Reflexes for Getting Food