Critics Have Argued That Vygotsky's Theory Places Too Little Emphasis

question 59

Multiple Choice

Critics have argued that Vygotsky's theory places too little emphasis on ______.

• A) contextual influences
• B) cultural factors
• C) biological factors
• D) early socialization

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Definitions:

Incubation

The process in problem-solving where an individual sets the problem aside for a while, allowing the subconscious to work on it.

Verification

The process of confirming the truth, accuracy, or validity of something, often involving the examination of evidence or conducting tests.

Satisficing

A decision-making strategy that entails choosing an option that meets a minimum level of satisfaction, rather than the optimal solution, due to constraints such as limited information or time.

Prospect Theory

A behavioral economic theory that describes how people make decisions between alternatives that involve risk, where the potential for losses influences choices more than equivalent gains.