Vygotsky realized that some tasks are just beyond a child's reach.However, children receiving sensitive guidance from skilled partners could make rapid progress.Interactions like this are most helpful when they take place within a child's
A)zone of proximal development.
B)zone of vicarious learning.
C)zone of cognitive development.
D)zone of intrinsic motivation.

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Vygotsky's concept of zone of proximal development refers to the range of tasks that a child can perform with guidance from a knowledgeable adult or peer, but cannot perform alone. It is within this zone that sensitive guidance from skilled partners can help children make rapid progress. Therefore, option A is the correct choice. Options B, C, and D are not relevant to Vygotsky's theory of sociocultural learning.

Vygotsky Realized That Some Tasks Are Just Beyond a Child's