AP PSYCHOLOGY

DEVELOPMENTAL PSYCHOLOGY

NEWBORN DEVELOPMENT

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Walking by holding something for support:
A
crawling
B
creeping
C
cruising
D
walking
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -“Cruising” describes a baby walking while holding onto objects. They might use the coffee table to move around or lean from one object to another to work the room. This shows that your tiny sport is learning how to shift weight and balance while taking steps.

Detailed explanation-2: -Cruising is the stage between crawling and walking where babies pull themselves upright and take their first steps with the aid of walls, furniture or caregivers. Cruising typically begins at 8-12 months and may overlap with crawling.

Detailed explanation-3: -The term ‘baby cruising’ is used to describe the stage between crawling or ‘bottom shuffling’ and walking independently. A baby is ‘cruising’ when they walk holding onto furniture, like a sofa or coffee table.

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