John,a two-month-old boy,turns his head toward the side,when his cheek is stroked in an effort to find something to suck.The type of reflex exhibited by John is known as the _____ reflex.

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The described reflex, where a baby turns their head towards a touch on the cheek in order to find something to suck, is known as the rooting reflex. Option A is incorrect because the Moro reflex is exhibited when a loud noise startles a baby and they throw their arms and legs out before pulling them back in. Option B is incorrect because the grasping reflex is when a baby grips onto an object placed in their palms. Option C is incorrect because the sucking reflex is the innate ability of a baby to suck on a nipple or pacifier.

John,a Two-Month-Old Boy,turns His Head Toward the Side,when His Cheek