Asked by maram addams on Apr 28, 2024

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Which statement best describes cross-cultural development of motor skills

A)  Rates vary somewhat across cultures, suggesting that genetic factors can slow or accelerate early motor development. 
B)  Rates do not vary across cultures, suggesting that genetic factors alone determine early motor development. 
C)  Rates do not vary within cultures, suggesting that environmental factors alone determine early motor development. 
D)  Rates vary somewhat across cultures, suggesting that environmental factors can slow or accelerate early motor development.

Motor Skills

The abilities required to execute physical actions, such as walking, jumping, or writing, which involve the coordination of muscles and the nervous system.

Cross-Cultural Development

The study of how cultural factors influence human development, behaviors, and emotions across different societies.

  • Gain insight into how genetics, maturation, and environmental conditions interact to influence development.
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Jerry ZervosMay 01, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
The statement "Rates vary somewhat across cultures, suggesting that environmental factors can slow or accelerate early motor development" best describes the cross-cultural development of motor skills. This suggests that while genetic factors may be involved, environmental factors also have an impact on early motor development, and that these factors can differ between cultures.