Purpose Is the Virtue That Is Achieved During Which Stage

question 8

Multiple Choice

Purpose is the virtue that is achieved during which stage of Erikson's psychosocial theory of development?

• A) identity versus role confusion
• B) autonomy versus shame and doubt
• C) initiative versus guilt
• D) ego integrity versus despair

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