According to Vygotsky, which of the following statements is FALSE?

a. Children learn most effectively when guidance is given on tasks within their zone of proximal development.
b. During their interactions with children, adults unconsciously adjust their behavior to give children the information they need to solve problems that interest the child.
c. During their collaborations with adults, children learn important cultural beliefs and values.
d. Scaffolding is to be utilized only when the child requests this temporary help from the parent.


D

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a. problem-focused coping. b. emotion-focused coping. c. distraction. d. reappraisal.

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