An Adolescent Is Going Through a Search for Identity

question 260

Multiple Choice

An adolescent is going through a search for identity. She wants to establish an identity and is currently experiencing a crisis, but it has not been resolved. According to Marcia's work on identity status, this adolescent is in the stage of

• A) identity achievement.
• B) identity diffusion.
• C) moratorium.
• D) foreclosure.
• E) crisis management.

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