Maternal Reading, Scaffolding, and Verbal Guidance Are Associated with 2-

question 68

Multiple Choice

Maternal reading, scaffolding, and verbal guidance are associated with 2- to 4-year-olds' capacity for ______.

• A) egocentrism
• B) guided participation
• C) solving conservation tasks
• D) cognitive control and planning

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Definitions:

Knowledge and Skill

The understanding, awareness, or familiarity gained through education or experience, and the ability to do something well.

Culturally Contingent

Describes values, practices, or behaviors that are dependent on or vary according to cultural context.

Compassion

A deep awareness of and sympathy for another's suffering, coupled with a desire to alleviate that suffering.

Trustworthiness

The quality of being reliable, dependable, and deserving of trust.