Question

sometimes an infant will seem startled and will fling their arms out and possibly cry. this is known as the ______ reflex.
a. moro
b. rooting
c. sucking
d. grasping

please select the best answer from the choices provided

a
b
c
d

Explanation:

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Identify the described infant reflex

The question describes a response where an infant is startled, flings their arms out, and potentially cries. This is the classic definition of the Moro reflex (also known as the startle reflex).

Evaluate the given options

• A. moro: Matches the description of the startle response.
• B. rooting: A reflex where an infant turns their head toward a touch on their cheek to find a food source.
• C. sucking: A reflex where an infant sucks on an object placed in their mouth.
• D. grasping: A reflex where an infant tightly grips an object placed in their palm.

Select the correct option

Option A is the correct choice.
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<mcq-correct>(A) moro</mcq-correct>
<mcq-option>(B) rooting</mcq-option>
<mcq-option>(C) sucking</mcq-option>
<mcq-option>(D) grasping</mcq-option>
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Answer:

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Identify the described infant reflex

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Evaluate the given options

• A. moro: Matches the description of the startle response.
• B. rooting: A reflex where an infant turns their head toward a touch on their cheek to find a food source.
• C. sucking: A reflex where an infant sucks on an object placed in their mouth.
• D. grasping: A reflex where an infant tightly grips an object placed in their palm.

Select the correct option

Option A is the correct choice.
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<mcq-correct>(A) moro</mcq-correct>
<mcq-option>(B) rooting</mcq-option>
<mcq-option>(C) sucking</mcq-option>
<mcq-option>(D) grasping</mcq-option>
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