Which of the following statements about gesture-use during instruction is true?
a. Gestures tend to confuse students.
b. Gestures are mostly useful for students from African American or Mediterranean backgrounds (e.g., Greek, Italian).
c. Gestures help students learn, understand, and problem solve.
d. Gestures are especially useful for students who are advanced in their understanding.
ANSWER: c
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