Which of the Following Is a Valid Statement of a Difference

question 29

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a valid statement of a difference between Erikson's stage theory and Loevinger's stage theory of development?

• A) Loevinger thinks movement to the next stage occurs only when the previous stage has been mastered; Erikson thinks stage movement occurs when social or biological circumstances force new issues.
• B) Erikson thinks movement to the next stage occurs only when the previous stage has been mastered; Loevinger thinks stages coincide with specific ages.
• C) Loevinger's stages are age-linked, while Erikson's are not.
• D) Loevinger assumes that all adults move through all stages, while Erikson does not.

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