Research suggests that the ability to precisely time movements is:
A) Controlled by a common internal clock for all tasks
B) Task specific
C) Acquired only through practice
D) Dependent on whether a task is an open or closed motor skill

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Research suggests that the ability to precisely time movements is task-specific. For example, timing movements for swimming is different from timing movements for running, suggesting that motor timing is not controlled by a common internal clock. Acquiring precise timing can be facilitated by practice, but the ability to time movements accurately is task-specific. Whether a task is open or closed motor skill does not play a significant role in determining the ability to time movements.

Research Suggests That the Ability to Precisely Time Movements Is