Connor Is a Newborn Who Is Being Breast-Fed

question 21

Multiple Choice

Connor is a newborn who is being breast-fed. Every time his mother holds him and touches his cheek, he demonstrates a specific reflexive behavior. Which behavior is Connor most likely doing?

• A) curling his finger around his mother's finger
• B) holding out his arms and arching his back
• C) fanning and curling his toes and hands
• D) turning his head and tongue toward his mother

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