Under Lev Vygotsky's Socio-Cultural Theory, upon a thorough analysis of the concepts of 'Zone of Proximal Development (ZPD)' and 'Scaffolding', which of the following statements most authentically explains the actual psychological and educational nature of this process?

According to Lev Vygotsky, development is a socially mediated process. The 'Zone of Proximal Development' (ZPD) represents the gap where a child is between their level of independent performance and the potential level reached under the guidance of a More Knowledgeable Other (MKO). 'Scaffolding' is the temporary support provided during the learning process, which is gradually faded as the student's competence increases.