Why Are Girls Likely to Be Able to Write Their

question 58

Multiple Choice

Why are girls likely to be able to write their names at a younger age than boys?

• A) Fine motor skills mature about six months earlier in girls.
• B) Fine motor skills mature about six months earlier in boys.
• C) Gross motor skills mature about six months earlier in girls.
• D) Gross motor skills mature about six months earlier in boys.

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