Judy Was Raised by Republican Parents and So, When Asked

question 175

Multiple Choice

Judy was raised by Republican parents and so, when asked her party preferences, she says, "Hmm…I guess I'm a Republican, but I really don't know." Generalizing from Marcia's view of identity formation, which label best describes Judy's political identity status?

• A) identity achievement
• B) foreclosure
• C) diffusion
• D) moratorium

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Definitions:

Marathon Performance

The outcomes or results achieved by individuals or groups in the context of a long-distance running event, typically 26.2 miles.

Precommitments

Binding agreements made in advance to restrict future actions or decisions, often used in behavioral economics to help individuals stick to long-term goals.

Time Inconsistency

The tendency of a person or entity to change their planned course of action over time due to a change in preferences.

Self-Control Problems

Self-control problems refer to the difficulty individuals face in resisting short-term temptations in order to achieve long-term goals.