Which following function of play is a major component of play at all ages?
a. Creativity
b. Socialization
c. Intellectual development
d. Sensorimotor activity
ANS: D
Sensorimotor activity is a major component of play at all ages. Active play is essential for muscle development and allows the release of surplus energy. Through sensorimotor play, children explore their physical world by using tactile, auditory, visual, and kinesthetic stimulation. Creativity, socialization, and intellectual development are each functions of play that are major components at different ages.
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