Which of the following individuals would be considered to be in an identity foreclosure state?
A) Alexandra, who has not made firm commitments and is not currently trying to make them
B) Denise, who has made identity commitments without needing a period of exploration
C) Brandon, who is in the middle of a period of exploration
D) Francis, who has established a coherent sense of identity, but only after a period of exploration

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Identity foreclosure refers to when individuals make identity commitments without engaging in a period of exploration. Denise, who has made identity commitments without needing a period of exploration, fits this description and would therefore be considered to be in an identity foreclosure state. None of the other individuals listed have necessarily foreclosed on their identity formation.

Which of the Following Individuals Would Be Considered to Be