The reflex that causes the infant's toes to turn downward when the sole of the foot is stimulated is the _____ reflex
A. Grasp
B. Plantar
C. Rooting
D. Babinski
B
Stimulation of the sole of the infant's foot demonstrates the plantar reflex, in which the toes curl downward.
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