Analyze the following scenario and, using your knowledge of a newborn's abilities, explain the most likely reason for the infant's change in behavior.

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From the moment of birth, newborns are equipped with sensory capacities that, along with their reflexes, enable them to begin interacting with their environment. These innate abilities are fundamental for their initial engagement with the world.

Newborn Sensory Capacities

A one-week-old infant is crying. A caregiver picks up the infant, holds them closely against their chest, and begins to hum a soft melody. The infant stops crying, turns their head towards the caregiver's face, and seems to relax. Analyze this scenario by identifying at least three distinct sensory capacities the infant is using and explain how each contributes to the change in the infant's state from distressed to calm.

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