Melanie, a 4-year-old child, ties her shoelaces on her own and skillfully uses a fork and a spoon. In the context of motor development, which of the following is most likely involved in this scenario?
A) rooting reflexes
B) fine motor skills
C) moro reflexes
D) gross motor skills

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Fine motor skills involve the development of small muscle movements that enable activities such as tying shoelaces and using utensils like a fork and spoon. Rooting and moro reflexes are primitive reflexes present in infants, and gross motor skills involve the development of larger muscle movements such as crawling, standing, and walking. These are not applicable to a 4-year-old child who can tie their own shoelaces and use utensils skillfully.

Melanie, a 4-Year-Old Child, Ties Her Shoelaces on Her Own