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fine motor control  

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  • Fine motor control refers to the ability to precisely move and position the limbs, extremities, and digits (especially the fingers). Examples of fine motor control include grasping an object between the thumb and forefinger, tying shoelaces, using a spoon to bring soup to the mouth, and typing. [Source: Encyclopedia of Human Development; Fine Motor Control]

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