Is Competition Something That Exists Across the World, in All

question 33

Multiple Choice

Is competition something that exists across the world, in all known cultures, or are there cultures that are completely peaceful?

• A)There are a number of cultures where no competition exists at all-among adults or children.
• B)There are a number of cultures where competition is banned among adults, but it still exists among children.
• C)There are a number of cultures where competition is banned among children, but it still exists among adults.
• D)There are a number of cultures where competition is rare, among both children and adults, but there are no known cultures where it does not exist.

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Definitions:

Identity Achievement

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James Marcia's Identity Statuses

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