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According to Lev Vygotsky's Socio-Cultural Theory, cultural tools (such as language, sign systems, writing, art, and memory techniques) provided by culture act as mediators that shape higher mental functions and cognitive development. Which of the following psychological statements is most authentic and scientifically valid regarding their real psychological implications and classroom application?
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According to Lev Vygotsky's Socio-Cultural Theory, cultural or psychological tools (such as language, writing, and number systems) play a mediating role in a human's cognitive development.
- Mediation: These tools bridge social interaction and individual cognitive growth.
- Internalization: These external social tools are gradually internalized by the child, transforming lower mental functions into higher mental functions (such as self-regulation, logical thinking, and problem-solving).
Therefore, Option B accurately describes this scientific principle.
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