a teacher requests that a child use a small stepladdet to reach a book on a shelf. She is helping the child develop:

A. primitive reflexes B.movement qualities C. locomotor reflexes D.spatial awareness.
Is it C? thanks

I'd say D, but C works, too, I guess.

Anybody else know if it's C or D it can't be both.. Thanks a lot

I don't know, but I urge you to study your text materials very carefully. How do they describe locomotor reflexes and spatial awareness. Since you're being tested on what you've learned in this class, it makes sense to try your best to find out what answer is expected.

Why isn't it B? :-)

Ms. Sue is right for the idea of getting it right "for the test." (As opposed to "for life.")

The reason we can't answer is because there IS more than 1 correct answer. We would have to know why your teacher thinks there is only one. We can't read his or her mind. :-)

To determine the correct answer, let's go through each option and understand what it means:

A. Primitive reflexes: Primitive reflexes refer to automatic, involuntary movements that infants exhibit in response to certain stimuli. These reflexes typically disappear as a child grows older. Using a small stepladder to reach a book on a shelf is not related to primitive reflexes, so option A is incorrect.

B. Movement qualities: Movement qualities are characteristics that define how a person moves, such as speed, force, and coordination. While climbing a ladder involves movement qualities, the focus of this question is on the developmental aspect rather than the quality of movement itself. So option B is not the best answer.

C. Locomotor reflexes: Locomotor reflexes are automatic movement patterns used for travel purposes, such as crawling, walking, or running. Since climbing a ladder involves using the legs and balancing while moving, it can be associated with locomotor reflexes. However, it is important to note that using a small stepladder is more related to developed locomotor skills than reflexes. So option C is not the most accurate answer.

D. Spatial awareness: Spatial awareness refers to understanding the position of objects and oneself in space, as well as the ability to manipulate and navigate within that space. When a child uses a small stepladder to reach a book on a shelf, they need to be aware of their position in relation to the ladder, the book, and the shelf. Therefore, option D, spatial awareness, is the most appropriate choice.

In conclusion, the correct answer is D. Spatial awareness.