If an Infant Is Startled by a Loud Sound or If

question 669

Multiple Choice

If an infant is startled by a loud sound or if his or her position is abruptly changed, the infant will make movements similar to an embrace. This is called the __________ reflex.

• A)grasping
• B)rooting
• C)Babinski
• D)Moro

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Definitions:

Testable Predictions

Hypotheses that can be empirically investigated through experiment or observation to be proven true or false.

Research

The systematic investigation into and study of materials and sources to establish facts and reach new conclusions.

Scientific Attitude

The approach of being open-minded, skeptical, and analytical about evidence and explanations, characteristics valued in scientific investigation.

Humble

characterizes a person who has a modest or low view of their own importance.