OCR General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE) Biology Practice Exam

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Which of the following is NOT a reflex of a baby?

Sucking reflex
Swimming reflex
Reading reflex
Grasping reflex

The correct answer is: Reading reflex

The reading reflex is not a reflex observed in babies. Unlike the sucking, swimming, and grasping reflexes, which are innate responses that infants exhibit shortly after birth, reading requires complex cognitive abilities, language comprehension, and visual processing that are not developed in infants. The sucking reflex is a crucial survival mechanism that allows babies to feed effectively, while the swimming reflex, although not commonly needed in everyday life, showcases an innate response to water that helps prevent drowning. The grasping reflex is similarly important, as it allows infants to hold onto objects or caregivers, enhancing their ability to bond with their parents and ensure their safety. These reflexes serve critical developmental roles in the early stages of life.