According to sociocultural theories, the level at which parents can optimally support children's learning is
A) the level at which children can perform without assistance.
B) a level that is slightly higher than the level at which children can perform without assistance.
C) a level that is significantly higher than the level at which children can perform without assistance.
D) at all of these levels equally.

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According to sociocultural theories, the level at which parents can optimally support children's learning is just above the child's current level of performance. This level of support is referred to as the "zone of proximal development" where the child can perform with some guidance and support from the caregiver. Therefore, the optimal level of parental support is slightly higher than the level at which children can perform without assistance.

According to Sociocultural Theories, the Level at Which Parents Can