A parent who demonstrates to a child how to tie his/her shoes, and then gradually turns over the responsibility for the task over to the child, is exhibiting
A) the zone of proximal development.
B) scaffolding.
C) attachment.
D) conservation.

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Scaffolding is a teaching method that involves demonstrating a task, guiding the learner through it, and then gradually reducing the guidance until the learner can perform the task independently. This approach is exemplified by the parent teaching the child how to tie shoes and gradually letting the child take over the task.

A Parent Who Demonstrates to a Child How to Tie