Joe Is Finishing High School, and He Does Not Know

question 176

Multiple Choice

Joe is finishing high school, and he does not know whether he wants to go to college or get a job.Rather than explore the options, he chooses to stay home during the summer and watch television.Erikson would say that Joe is exhibiting

• A)shame and doubt.
• B)despair.
• C)role confusion.
• D)stagnation.

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