At age 7, Felix is a much better soccer player than he was at age 4. Not only is he a fast runner but he can dribble the soccer ball down the field by alternating right-foot, left-foot kicks. He can also fake out defenders by pretending to kick the ball with his right foot but actually using his left foot. Felix's improvement in soccer illustrates growth in which of the following areas?

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Felix's ability to run faster, dribble the ball with both feet, and fake out defenders shows growth in his agility, which is the ability to change direction quickly and maintain control while moving. While the other options (balance, reaction time, and strength) may also play a role in soccer, they are not specifically demonstrated in the scenario presented.

At Age 7, Felix Is a Much Better Soccer Player