Nick Is Doing His Sixth Grade Homework in History

question 2

Multiple Choice

Nick is doing his sixth grade homework in history.The task requires him to make two maps of his state and compare the two maps.One map represents the state in 1850 and the other represents the state in current times.Nick is working at the task,following the instructions,and feeling that he can complete it successfully.He does need to ask the teacher one question before he finishes.Which of the following terms best describes the relationship of this assignment to Nick's level of performance?

• A)Above his zone of proximal development
• B)In his zone of proximal development
• C)Below his zone of proximal development
• D)Unrelated to his zone of proximal development

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Definitions:

Limbic System

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Emotional Experiences

The complex feelings and reactions individuals have in response to situations, which can be positive or negative and vary in intensity.

Memory

The cognitive process of encoding, storing, and retrieving information, allowing experiences to influence future behavior and thought processes.

Lesioning Studies

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