According to Marcia, Adolescents Who Have Not Explored Meaningful Alternatives

question 117

Multiple Choice

According to Marcia, adolescents who have not explored meaningful alternatives or made any commitments or show no interest in such matters are in a state of identity

• A) diffusion.
• B) foreclosure.
• C) moratorium.
• D) achievement.

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