Meagan Is Learning to Jump Rope

question 133

Multiple Choice

Meagan is learning to jump rope.This involves her learning to use her leg muscles to jump in a rhythmic fashion.In learning to jump properly,Meagan is acquiring a

• A) gross motor skill.
• B) fine motor skill.
• C) proximal motor skill.
• D) reflexive motor skill.

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Definitions:

Occipital Lobe

The occipital lobe is the cerebral cortex region in the back of the brain, responsible for processing visual information from the eyes.

Neuron

A nerve cell that is the basic building block of the nervous system, responsible for transmitting information throughout the body.

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A stimulant drug found in tobacco products that is highly addictive and affects the nervous system.

Dopamine

A neurotransmitter involved in controlling the brain's reward and pleasure centers, mood regulation, and movement.