In terms of fine motor development, the infant of 7 months should be able to:
a. Transfer objects from one hand to the other.
b. Use thumb and index finger in a crude pincer grasp.
c. Hold a crayon and make a mark on paper.
d. Release cubes into a cup.
ANS: A
By age 7 months, infants can transfer objects from one hand to the other, crossing the midline. The crude pincer grasp is apparent at about age 9 months. The infant can scribble spontaneously at age 15 months. At age 12 months, the infant can release cubes into a cup.
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