What does the "orderly or sequential development" principle signify in the context of child growth?
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Correct answer: Children master simple abilities first, then more complex ones
Orderly/sequential development means skills and functions emerge in a predictable order — simple or basic skills first, followed by more complex and integrated skills.
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