Which of the following is not a reflex present at birth?
A)Crawling reflex: When placed on their stomachs and pressure is put on the soles of their feet, babies make movements as if crawling.
B)Stepping reflex: Held upright over a flat surface, babies will move their legs as if walking.
C)Rooting reflex: When babies are touched on the cheek, they turn their heads and open their mouths.
D)Tickle reflex: The baby jerks a limb away if it is gently touched.

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The tickle reflex is not a reflex present at birth. While babies may jerk away from touch, it is not a specifically defined reflex like the crawling, stepping, or rooting reflexes.

Which of the Following Is Not a Reflex Present at Birth