Which of the following statements regarding newborn preferences is TRUE?
A) Newborns prefer sweet flavors.
B) Newborns prefer salty flavors.
C) Newborns have no preference regarding smells.
D) Newborns have no preference regarding tastes.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Studies have shown that newborns have a preference for sweet flavors, likely due to their innate preference for breast milk, which is sweet. They also have some preference for certain smells, showing a preference for the scent of their mother's breast milk. While there is less research on their preference for salty flavors, it is generally believed that they do not have a strong preference for salt until later in infancy. Therefore, option A is the correct answer.

Which of the Following Statements Regarding Newborn Preferences Is TRUE