According to Vygotsky,a child who is in the "zone of proximal development" is
A) almost ready to perform a particular cognitive task independently.
B) in a transition between sensorimotor and preoperational thought.
C) able to perform certain cognition tasks at a later-than-normal age.
D) physically close to the mother, who provides a secure base from which to explore.

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The "zone of proximal development" refers to the gap between what a child can do independently and what they can do with assistance. Therefore, a child in this zone is almost ready to perform a particular cognitive task independently.

According to Vygotsky,a Child Who Is in the "Zone of Proximal