Question: Which of the following is the first step of growth and development?
A Physical development
B Social development
C Mental development
D Moral development
Answer: Physical development
| Types of Development | Description |
| Physical Development | · Involves the physical changes such as growth in height, weight, motor skills and sensory development, for example · Learning to walk · Growth in body size · Development of fine motor skills |
| Social Development | · Involves the acquisition of social skills, behaviors and the ability to interact with others effectively, for example · Learn to communicate · Developing empathy and understanding societal rules and norms. |
| Mental Development | · Encompasses cognitive growth and the acquisition of knowledge and problem-solving abilities, for example · Language acquisition · Critical thinking · Development of memory and reasoning skills |
| Moral Development | · Involves the formation of an individual’s sense of ethics, values, and principles governing right and wrong. · Often shaped by cultural, family and social influences. |