Russian psychologist Lev Vygotsky believed that cognitive development is strongly influenced by
A)heredity.
B)genes and maturation.
C)social and cultural factors.
D)identity formation.

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Vygotsky's theory emphasizes the fundamental role of social interaction and cultural context in cognitive development. He proposed that learning is a social process and that the development of children's understanding occurs through their interactions with more knowledgeable others.

Russian Psychologist Lev Vygotsky Believed That Cognitive Development Is Strongly