Which statement about gross-motor development in middle childhood is accurate?
A) Compared with preschoolers, school-age children are physically less pliable and elastic.
B) Preschoolers can propel themselves farther off the ground when running than school-age children.
C) During middle childhood, the capacity to react only to relevant information decreases.
D) Compared with preschoolers, school-age children are more agile and have better balance.
Answer: D
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