Which of the following describes Lev Vygotsky's belief about the development of thought and language?
A) Thought and language are merged early in development and later separate.
B) Thought depends on language, and they are merged throughout development.
C) Thought and language initially develop independently of each other and then merge.
D) Thought and language are two separate functions that remain independent throughout development.

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Vygotsky believed that thought and language are initially separate systems from the beginning of life, and as children develop, these systems merge around the age of three years. This merging is crucial for cognitive development, according to his theory.

Which of the Following Describes Lev Vygotsky's Belief About the Development