During middle childhood,Shannon became increasingly flexible and was able to perform cartwheels and handstands.This is probably because
A) her ligaments were not yet firmly attached to bones.
B) the bones of her body had shortened and narrowed.
C) she was losing "baby fat" at an increasing rate.
D) her bones were strengthening while her muscles were weakening.

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During middle childhood, children's ligaments become firmer and more attached to bones, allowing for increased flexibility and range of motion. This is why Shannon was able to perform cartwheels and handstands with ease - her ligaments were providing the necessary support and stability. Bone shortening and narrowing (B) is not a normal developmental process during middle childhood, nor is weakening of muscles (D). While children may lose some "baby fat" (C) during this time, this is not directly related to increased flexibility.

During Middle Childhood,Shannon Became Increasingly Flexible and Was Able to Perform