Research on infant taste perception demonstrates that
a, newborns prefer a salty taste over a sweet taste
b. babies start to prefer a salty taste to plain water around 4 months of age
c. newborns cannot distinguish basic tastes until 4 months of age
d. prenatal experiences are unrelated to newborn taste preference
Answer: b. babies start to prefer a salty taste to plain water around 4 months of age
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