Lorenzo first develops the ability to control his chest, then his arms, then his hands and finally his fingers. This progression of motor development is called the ____.

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The progression of motor development where control first develops in the center of the body and then moves outward to the extremities is called the proximodistal principle. Choice A, the cephalocaudal principle, refers to the progression of motor development that starts from the top of the head and moves down towards the feet. Choice B, thoracic torso principle, and choice C, phalangeal-metatarsal principle, are not recognized principles of motor development.

Lorenzo First Develops the Ability to Control His Chest, Then