Eric Is in the Most Psychologically and Socially Difficult Period

question 66

Multiple Choice

Eric is in the most psychologically and socially difficult period of life.What stage of development is Eric in? 

• A) early childhood 
• B) prepubescence 
• C) adolescence 
• D) early adulthood

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Definitions:

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Cassette

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