In June's ethics class,students are required to defend their beliefs and explain why they subscribe to them.June believes strongly in the values she holds,but she isn't sure how to defend them,because her parents taught her the values and she has simply never questioned them.James Marcia would say that June's identity status in regard to ethics is
A) identity diffusion.
B) foreclosure.
C) moratorium.
D) identity achievement.

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James Marcia's theory of identity development includes four statuses: identity diffusion, foreclosure, moratorium, and identity achievement. Foreclosure is when an individual has committed to a set of beliefs or values without exploring alternatives or considering other options. Based on the scenario, June has not questioned or critically examined the values she holds, indicating she may fall under the category of foreclosure.

In June's Ethics Class,students Are Required to Defend Their Beliefs