Which Statement Is Supported by Research on Newborn Taste Preferences

question 5

Multiple Choice

Which statement is supported by research on newborn taste preferences?

• A) Newborns cannot distinguish basic tastes.
• B) Not until 4 months do babies prefer a salty taste to plain water.
• C) Newborns prefer the taste of formula to breast milk.
• D) Unlike adults, babies relax their facial muscles in response to sour tastes.

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