Gross motor development is best exemplified by the ability to:
a. use the muscles of the hands to grasp toys
b. maintain balance, postural control, and locomotion
c. use the facial muscles to smile, cry, and frown
d. open the hand, look at the fingers, and place them in the mouth
B
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A Incorrect. Fine motor development includes the ability to use the muscles of the hands to grasp toys.
B Correct. Gross motor development is best exemplified by the ability to maintain balance, postural control, and locomotion.
C Incorrect. Gross motor development does not include the facial muscles to smile, cry, and frown.
D Incorrect. Fine motor development includes the ability to open the hand, look at the fingers, and place them in the mouth.
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