Asked by Jocefa Paz-Vasquez on May 25, 2024

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In terms of fine motor development, what should the infant of 7 months be able to do?

A) Transfer objects from one hand to the other and bang cubes on a table.
B) Use thumb and index finger in crude pincer grasp and release an object at will.
C) Hold a crayon between the fingers and make a mark on paper.
D) Release cubes into a cup and build a tower of two blocks.

Fine Motor Development

The progression of the ability to use small muscles, particularly in the hands and fingers, allowing for activities such as writing, grabbing, and manipulating small objects.

Pincer Grasp

The coordination of index finger and thumb to hold an item, an important developmental milestone in infants.

Crude Pincer Grasp

A developmental milestone in infants where they begin to grasp objects using their thumb and fingers in a less refined manner.

  • Attain insight into the pivotal developmental milestones in infants' physical, motor, and cognitive development.
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Stela MartelloMay 28, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
By age 7 months, infants can transfer objects from one hand to the other, crossing the midline, and bang objects on a hard surface. The crude pincer grasp is apparent at about age 9 months, and releasing an object at will is seen around 8 months. The child can scribble spontaneously at age 15 months. At age 12 months, the child can release cubes into a cup and build a small tower.