Which age group is associated with the 60-minute daily activity guideline?

• A. 3-4 years
• B. 4-5 years
• C. 5-6 years
• D. 6-7 years

Answer: (C)

The main concept here is how much daily physical activity is recommended for young children. The standard target is about 60 minutes of moderate-to-vigorous activity each day. Around five to six years old, children are just entering or in early elementary school, a stage where a daily 60-minute activity goal fits well with their routines and developmental capabilities. They can sustain activity for a solid block, and this age aligns with many preventive-care messages that emphasize a practical, age-appropriate daily goal. Younger preschoolers typically need more total active time spread across the day in various forms of play, while older children also aim for roughly 60 minutes daily, but the question’s framing points to the early school-age window. So the five-to-six-year range is the best fit for the 60-minute daily activity guideline.