According to Vygotsky, which of the following is within a child's zone of proximal development?
A) a task that is too difficult for a child to accomplish alone or with the help of an adult
B) a task that a child has recently mastered independently following the assistance of an adult
C) a task that is too difficult for a child to do alone but possible with the help of others
D) a task that a child figures out how to accomplish through her own independent activity
Answer: C
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