A Young Child Who Is Showing a Great Deal of Interest

question 123

Multiple Choice

A young child who is showing a great deal of interest in and curiosity about the world would most likely be said to be in Erik Erikson's _____________ stage.

• A)basic trust versus basic mistrust
• B)autonomy versus shame and doubt
• C)initiative versus guilt
• D)industry versus inferiority

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Definitions:

Expert Sources

Qualified individuals or organizations recognized for their specialized knowledge or skill in a particular field.

Trustworthy Sources

Entities or individuals considered to provide reliable and accurate information, gaining the confidence of others through integrity and credibility.

Communication-Persuasion Paradigm

A research paradigm that conceptualizes persuasion attempts in terms of source, message, target, channel, and impact—that is, who says what to whom by what medium with what effect.

Persuasion Attempt

An effort made to convince or influence someone to change their beliefs, attitudes, or behaviors through argument, appeal, or reasoning.