The Visual Acuity of an Infant Approximates That of an Adult

question 67

Multiple Choice

The visual acuity of an infant approximates that of an adult when she/he is

• A) 2 months old.
• B) 6 months old.
• C) 1 year old.
• D) 1½ years old.

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Definitions:

Withdrawal Reflex

An automatic response of the body moving away from a source of potential harm or discomfort.

Palmar Reflex

An involuntary response seen in infants where the hand closes into a fist when the palm is touched; this reflex typically disappears by 5-6 months of age.

Babinski Reflex

A reflex action in which the big toe moves upward instead of downward when the sole of the foot is stimulated, commonly seen in infants.

Moral Reasoning

The process by which individuals make decisions about what is right or wrong, often influenced by cultural, social, and personal values.