Lorenzo first develops the ability to control his chest, then his arms, then his hands, and finally his fingers. This progression of motor development is called the ____

a. cephalocaudal principle
b. thoracic torso principle
c. phalange-metatarsal principle
d. proximodistal principle


Answer: D

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