Adolescents (ages 12-18) experiment with and develop a sense of who they are and what roles they want to play. Erik Erikson would argue that during this period adolescents face the________ task of development.
A) generativity vs. stagnation
B) identity vs. confusion
C) isolation vs. intimacy
D) trust vs. mistrust

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Erik Erikson's theory of psychosocial development posits that during adolescence (ages 12-18), individuals face the crisis of identity vs. confusion. This stage emphasizes the development of a personal identity and a sense of self. Successful navigation of this stage leads to a strong sense of identity, while failure results in confusion about one's role in society.

Adolescents (Ages 12-18) Experiment with and Develop a Sense of Who