As Valerie grows older, she becomes increasingly proficient in a variety of tasks involving numerical reasoning, including counting, adding and subtracting, and comparing two-digit numbers. From a neo-Piagetian perspective, Valerie's simultaneous progress in these diverse areas reflects the idea that she:
A) Is in a state of equilibrium
B) Is in her zone of proximal development for numerical tasks
C) Can assimilate diverse mathematical tasks into a single mega-scheme
D) Has a central conceptual structure for numbers

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According to neo-Piagetian theory, as children progress through the stages of cognitive development, they develop central conceptual structures that allow them to integrate and organize information in a more efficient and flexible manner. In this case, Valerie's proficiency in various numerical tasks suggests that she has developed a central conceptual structure for numbers, which enables her to assimilate diverse mathematical tasks into a single schema.

As Valerie Grows Older, She Becomes Increasingly Proficient in a Variety