National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification (NCTRC) Practice Exam

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Which area of child development does the skill "heeding his/her name" fall under?

  1. Personal/social

  2. Adaptive/fine motor behavior

  3. Motor behavior

  4. Language

The correct answer is: Personal/social

The skill "heeding his/her name" primarily falls under the personal/social area of child development because it involves social awareness and interpersonal interactions. When a child responds to their name being called, it demonstrates an understanding of social cues and an ability to engage with others. This skill indicates the child is developing social responsiveness and an awareness of their identity within a social context. In contrast, the other areas of development do not specifically address the social implications of this skill. Adaptive/fine motor behavior pertains to physical coordination and manipulation of objects, which is not directly related to responding to one's name. Motor behavior focuses more on gross motor skills and physical movement, while language development involves the comprehension and use of verbal communication. Heeding one's name is more about social recognition and interaction, making it a part of personal/social development.