You come from a family that is very athletic. You have tried to get your 18-month-old interested in kicking a small soccer ball. Although he wants to play with you and approaches the ball, he has not been able to kick it. After taking a developmental course, you find that __________.
A. your son is very far behind in motor development
B. he is actually too young to be expected to kick a ball
C. if you work with him and make it fun, he will be able to kick the ball
D. your son is likely disabled
Answer: B
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