As part of a research project, you interview high-school seniors. One senior, Manny, tells you that his mom is a shop steward at the local car manufacturer and will likely get him a job there when he graduates. For this reason, he shows no interest in attending college, joining the military, or starting his own business. Which identity state most accurately describes Manny?
A) identity diffusion
B) identity achievement
C) identity moratorium
D) identity foreclosure

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Manny's commitment to his future career is based solely on his mother's job and not on any personal exploration or decision-making. This lack of exploration and commitment is characteristic of the identity foreclosure state.

As Part of a Research Project, You Interview High-School Seniors