Kipsigi Infants Walk Considerably Earlier Than North American Infants Because

question 108

Multiple Choice

Kipsigi infants walk considerably earlier than North American infants because

• A) Kipsigi babies are smaller at birth, requiring less leg-muscle strength for standing.
• B) Kipsigi babies have a genetic tendency toward early motor development.
• C) North American babies are mentally overstimulated, resulting in less motivation to walk.
• D) Kipsigi parents emphasize early motor maturity, practicing formal exercises to stimulate particular skills.

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