In Terms of Fine and Gross Motor Control During the Early

question 4

Multiple Choice

In terms of fine and gross motor control during the early childhood period:

• A) Fine motor control precedes gross motor control.
• B) Gross motor control precedes fine motor control.
• C) Both gross and fine motor control proceed at the same developmental rate.
• D) Both fine and gross motor control is superior in males.
• E) Both fine and gross motor control is superior in females.

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Definitions:

Perineurium

The connective tissue sheath that encloses each fascicle of nerve fibers within a peripheral nerve, providing support and protection.

Fascicle

A bundle of muscle or nerve fibers bound together by connective tissue.

Epineurium

The outermost layer of connective tissue surrounding a peripheral nerve, providing both protection and support.

Peripheral Nerve

Peripheral nerves are the nerves outside the brain and spinal cord, responsible for relaying information between the central nervous system and the rest of the body.