At what age should a normal child be able to draw a person with at least 6 body parts, copy a triangle, and engage in complex cooperative play with rules?
- A 3 years
- B 5 years ✓
- C 4 years
- D 6 years
Correct answer: B. 5 years
Explanation
By 5 years of age, a child can draw a person with 6 or more identifiable body parts, copy a triangle (a visuomotor task mastered at 5 years), count 10 or more objects, and engage in complex cooperative play with games that have rules. Drawing a person with 3 parts is a 4-year milestone; copying a cross is a 4-year milestone; copying a circle is a 3-year milestone. Cooperative play with rules is also a 5-year social developmental milestone.
Reference: Ghai Essential Pediatrics, 10th ed.
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