Scaffolding
A) is temporary parental support to enable a child to do a task.
B) is most needed by children of high ability.
C) reflects parents' sensitivity to children's competence.
D) may need to become permanent.

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Scaffolding refers to the temporary support provided by a parent or caregiver to help a child complete a task that they might not be able to do on their own. This support is gradually reduced as the child gains skills and independence. Scaffolding is not necessarily more needed by children of high ability but rather it is used to support a child's current level of competence. It is not designed to become permanent, but rather to help the child develop the skills needed to complete the task on their own.