Which behavior reflects independence in self-care?

• A. Takes off coat and hangs it up, and volunteers to feed the fish.
• B. Waits for a teacher to remove coat.
• C. Refuses to help tidy toys.
• D. Uses shared tools without cleaning up.

Answer: (A)

Independence in self-care means doing basic personal care and routine tasks on your own and taking initiative to participate in daily care without needing prompts. Taking off a coat, hanging it up, and volunteering to feed the fish shows the child can manage personal belongings, complete simple self-care tasks, and contribute to household routines without being reminded. It demonstrates self-reliance, planning, and a willingness to help with daily duties. The other behaviors reflect dependence or lack of responsibility: waiting for a teacher to remove a coat indicates needing guidance; refusing to help tidy toys shows a lack of participation; using shared tools without cleaning up shows poor regard for cleanliness and shared responsibilities. This behavior best demonstrates independence in self-care.