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When performing neurological reflexes on the infant, which primitive reflex will be present longest?

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Answer:

Babinski sign.

Step-by-step explanation :

Except for the Babinski, which disappears around 1 year of age, these primitive reflexes diminish over the first few months of life, giving way to protective reflexes.

Primitive reflexes are subcortical and involve a whole-body response. Selected primitive reflexes present at birth include Moro, root, suck, asymmetric tonic neck, plantar and palmar grasp, step, and Babinski.

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