This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: New born infants, Subject name: Pediatrics
Parachute reflex disappears _____ 
Select and explain. 
A. at 3 months, B. at 6 months, C. at bih and reappears at 9 months, D. Never
D: Never
Answer: D: Never 
Explanation: The parachute reflex occurs at 7-8 months of age and remains throughout life. It can be evoked by holding the infant&;s trunk and then suddenly lowering the infant as if he or she were falling. The arms will spontaneously extend to break the infant&;s fall. This reflex is a prerequisite to walking. Ref: Nelson textbook of pediatrics 21st edition Pgno: 3059