In APGAR scoring, which of the following correctly describes the G (Grimace) scoring?

• A. 0 - no response; 1 - grimaces or whimpers; 2 - actively cries
• B. 0 - response; 1 - active response; 2 - no response
• C. 0 - grins; 1 - cries; 2 - whimpers
• D. 0 - no cry; 1 - cry softly; 2 - cry loudly

Answer: (A)

Grimace tests reflex irritability—the newborn’s response to stimulation. When you gently stimulate the infant, you observe how they react: no response earns 0, a grimace or whimper earns 1, and a vigorous cry or strong reaction earns 2. The described option fits this pattern exactly, with 0 for no response, 1 for grimace/whimper, and 2 for an active cry. Other descriptions use terms not used for this APGAR component (like grins) or mix up the level of response, so they don’t match how reflex irritability is scored.