Physical development is similar to motor development in that _______.
A) the latter follows cephalocaudal and proximodistal patterns and differentiation.
B) the latter begins after the neonatal stage.
C) the latter occurs independent of other factors such as environment or nutrition.
D) the latter follows the same patterns as sensory and perceptual development.

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Physical and motor development both follow the cephalocaudal (head to toe) and proximodistal (center outward) patterns, as well as the principle of differentiation, where development moves from simple to more complex behaviors and functions.

Physical Development Is Similar to Motor Development in That _______