FAU Advanced Health Assessment Practice Test

What milestone is typically expected at 12 months of age in terms of mobility?

1. Crawling

2. Pulling to stand

3. Walking independently

4. Walking with assistance

The correct answer is: Walking with assistance

At 12 months of age, a common milestone related to mobility is walking with assistance. At this stage, many infants show significant progress in their ability to move around and may pull themselves up to stand while holding onto furniture or a caregiver for support. This behavior indicates that they are developing the strength and balance necessary for more independent movement. Walking with assistance is a natural progression from previously learned skills such as crawling and pulling to stand. Infants typically begin to crawl around 6 to 10 months and can be seen pulling themselves up to a standing position between 8 and 10 months. By 12 months, while some children may begin taking a few steps independently, many will still prefer walking with a caregiver or holding onto furniture. The other options reflect different ability levels that are either earlier or later than what is expected at this age. While crawling and pulling to stand are earlier achievements, independent walking may not yet be established for many children at the 12-month mark. Therefore, walking with assistance accurately represents the mobility milestone often seen by the end of the first year.