When Fernando babysits his niece, the infant grabs his long hair and won't let go until Fernando uncurls her fingers. Instead of getting mad at his niece for pulling his hair, Fernando understands that her actions are being driven by which reflex?

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The palmar grasp reflex is an involuntary movement where infants close their fingers around an object placed in their hand, which explains why Fernando's niece grabs and holds onto his hair.

When Fernando Babysits His Niece, the Infant Grabs His Long