Gabe Is Working on a Math Task That Is Just

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Multiple Choice

Gabe is working on a math task that is just beyond his reach. Although Gabe is close to having the mental skills needed to do the task, the task is just a little too complex for him to master alone. This math task falls within Gabe's zone of

• A)mental assimilation.
• B)practical intelligence.
• C)proximal development.
• D)task orientation.

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