The Babinski reflex is elicited by
A)shining light into the eyes.
B)tapping the patellar tendon.
C)tapping the Achilles tendon.
D)stroking the sole of the foot.

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The Babinski reflex is elicited by stroking the sole of the foot. This reflex is used to assess the function of the central nervous system, particularly the spinal cord and the brain. A normal response to the Babinski reflex is to curl the toes downward. An abnormal response, known as a positive Babinski sign, is when the toes fan out and extend upward, indicating damage to the central nervous system.

The Babinski Reflex Is Elicited by