A child can walk independently, run, build a tower of 6 cubes, scribble spontaneously, use 2-3 word phrases, follow two-step commands, and shows parallel play. What is the approximate developmental age?
- A 12 months
- B 24 months ✓
- C 18 months
- D 30 months
Correct answer: B. 24 months
Explanation
At 24 months (2 years), typical milestones include: gross motor — runs steadily, climbs stairs 2 feet/step; fine motor — builds tower of 6 cubes, turns pages one at a time; language — vocabulary of ~50 words, 2–3 word sentences, follows 2-step commands; social — parallel play (plays alongside but not with peers), mimics household activities. At 18 months the child walks steadily, has 10–25 word vocabulary, and builds a 3–4 cube tower. At 30 months the child jumps on both feet and builds an 8-cube tower. At 12 months, the child stands alone/takes first steps and has 1–3 words.
Reference: Ghai Essential Pediatrics, 10th ed.
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