Which finding is generally expected in a healthy 3-year-old child?
Correct answer: A. Pedals a tricycle with coordination
- A. Pedals a tricycle with coordination
- B. Reads a short paragraph independently
- C. Ties shoelaces using a firm knot
- D. Copies a complex geometric pattern
Explanation
Pedalling a tricycle is a typical gross motor skill around three years. Independent reading, tying shoelaces, and copying complex patterns usually require more advanced school-age fine motor or cognitive abilities.
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