Question

What does the term “proximodistal” literally mean in the context of development?

Options

• From extremities toward the center

• From the lower body toward the upper body

• From the center toward the extremities

• From the head toward the feet

Answer 1

From the center toward the extremities

Explanation:

“Proximo” means near (center) and “distal” means far, indicating that development proceeds outward from the body’s center.