Question

What skills are being used by the child while solving puzzles?

Options

• Motor skills

• Social interactive skills

• Cognitive skills

• Language development skill

Answer 1

Cognitive skills

Explanation:

Solving a jigsaw requires problem‑solving, reasoning, visual–spatial thinking and planning, all aspects of cognitive development. The activity also uses fine motor / hand–eye coordination to place pieces, but the primary skill involved in “solving” the puzzle is cognitive.