Which Characteristic Best Describes the Gross Motor Skills of a 24-Month-Old

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which characteristic best describes the gross motor skills of a 24-month-old child?

• A) Skips and can hop in place on one foot
• B) Rides tricycle and broad jumps
• C) Jumps with both feet and stands on one foot momentarily
• D) Walks up and down stairs and runs with a wide stance

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