Which of the Following Examples Would Support Myrtle McGraw's Conclusion

question 5

Multiple Choice

Which of the following examples would support Myrtle McGraw's conclusion of how early environmental experiences contribute to infant motor development?

• A) Infants who are well nourished during the first year of life show greater motor skills abilities than malnourished infants.
• B) Lucy's swimming lessons as a young child would likely result in her experiencing greater coordination in such skills throughout her life.
• C) Substantial early interventions into infant motor skills will overstress mental capacities, resulting in delays in reaching future milestones.
• D) Intervention in motor skill development in one area of functioning (e.g., reaching) will spill over to other areas of motor development (e.g., walking).
• E) Early infant experiences result in superior motor skills abilities, provided that they are maintained past childhood.

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