Laura wants to learn how to pick out her clothes and dress herself for school. Which of the following ways of developing this skill aligns most closely with Vygotsky's approach to cognitive development?

A. She will be able to complete this task after mastering the concept of conservation.
B. She will be able to complete this task after learning that her mind differs from the minds of others.
C. She will be able to complete the task after learning how to do so from her mother.
D. She will be able to complete the task once she can think abstractly about concepts.


Answer: C

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