The nurse is observing the development of gross motor skills of young children at a community recreation center.The nurse is watching a particular child who alternates feet when descending stairs and uses a pencil with good control.On average, what is the youngest age this child is likely to be?

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At the age of 4, most children descend stairs alternating feet and can hold and use a pencil with good control.Three-year-olds typically have not mastered these skills.

The Nurse Is Observing the Development of Gross Motor Skills