Brett is three years old and is unable to jump rope like his older brothers. Which of the following is therefore most accurate about his likely development of this skill?
A. He will never be able to jump rope since he did not develop this skill by age two.
B. He is likely to develop this skill as he becomes older.
C. This inability is related to a delay in midline motor development.
D. He needs to practice running more before this skill will develop.
Answer: B
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