Asked by christina julien on Jul 27, 2024

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Which characteristic best describes the gross motor skills of a 24-month-old child?

A) Skips and can hop in place on one foot
B) Rides tricycle and broad jumps
C) Jumps with both feet and stands on one foot momentarily
D) Walks up and down stairs and runs with a wide stance

Gross Motor Skills

Abilities that involve the control of large muscles of the body, such as those used for walking, jumping, and maintaining balance.

Broad Jumps

A track and field event where the athlete jumps as far as possible from a standing position.

  • Assess and encourage physical and motor development appropriate for the toddler age group.
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Joleen WattersJul 29, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
The 24-month-old child can go up and down stairs alone with two feet on each step and runs with a wide stance. Skipping and hopping on one foot are achieved by 4-year-old children. Jumping with both feet and standing on one foot momentarily are achieved by 30-month-old children. Tricycle riding and broad jumping are achieved at age 3.