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.
E)an imaginary audience.

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James Marcia would classify June's identity status in regard to ethics as "foreclosure." This status is characterized by individuals who have committed to an identity or set of values without undergoing a period of exploration or crisis. In June's case, she has adopted her parents' values without questioning them, which is a classic example of foreclosure.

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