Which One of the Following Issues Reflects a Fundamental Difference

question 34

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following issues reflects a fundamental difference between Piaget's and Vygotsky's theories of cognitive development?

• A) Whether challenging tasks promote cognitive development
• B) Whether social interactions are important for cognitive development
• C) How much children require adult guidance to make cognitive gains
• D) Whether preschoolers are cognitively ready to handle complex, adultlike tasks

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Union Pacific

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