Which reflex of infancy will disappear first?

a. Stepping
b. Rooting
c. Palmar grasp
d. Moro reflex


ANS: A
The stepping reflex should no longer be obtainable at 6 weeks. The rooting reflex should no longer be obtainable at 4 months. The palmar grasp should no longer be obtainable at 6 months. The Moro reflex should no longer be obtainable at 3 months.

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