Which of the Following Statements Is True of the Palmar

question 19

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true of the palmar reflex observed in infants?

• A) It is replaced by voluntary grasping within five to six months of age.
• B) It facilitates finding the mother's nipple in preparation for sucking.
• C) It begins three months after the birth of the baby.
• D) It can be elicited by loud noises and sudden movements.

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Definitions:

Explicit Memories

Memories which can be intentionally remembered, including information and happenings.

Implicit Memories

Memories that are not consciously recalled but influence behaviors and skills, such as riding a bicycle or tying shoelaces.

Rehearsal

The cognitive process of repetitively thinking about or practicing an information to aid in its retention and retrieval.

Recall

The act of retrieving information or events from the past in the absence of external cues, often measured in psychological tests.