Which of the Following Was the Most Important Initial Step

question 83

Multiple Choice

Which of the following was the most important initial step in the evolution of paper currency?

• A)the acceptance of bank notes
• B)the acceptance of goldsmiths' receipts
• C)the acceptance of metallic coins
• D)the issuance of currency by governments
• E)the use of the Gold Standard

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Definitions:

Autonomy versus Shame and Doubt

A stage in Erik Erikson's theory of psychosocial development where toddlers learn to exercise will and do things independently, leading to a sense of autonomy, or they doubt their abilities, leading to feelings of shame and doubt.

Industry versus Inferiority

Erikson's fourth stage of psychosocial development, where children learn to master tasks and develop a sense of competency or inadequacy based on their successes or failures.

Identity Achievement

The stage in identity development where an individual has explored various options and made firm commitments to certain values, beliefs, and goals.

Marcia

A theory developed by James Marcia that categorizes an individual's progress toward their identity in terms of crisis and commitment across different life areas.