The concept of "individual differences" may best be described by

Which of the following is an example of an exosystem in 10-year-old Lucy's life, according to Bronfenbrenner's ecological theory?

a. There are many more occupations available to women than there were a century ago. b. Lucy lives in an apartment with her mother, grandmother, and brother. c. Lucy's mother recently got a better job, which means they have better health insurance now. d. Lucy lives in America, which has a strong cultural belief in freedom.

As children make the transition from emergent literacy to conventional reading, __________ continues to facilitate their progress

A) whole-language instruction B) private speech C) phonological awareness D) reciprocal teaching