To characterize a person who is fully functioning,Rogers used the term _____,not _____,which implies that self-development is always in progress.
A) mechanical; spontaneous
B) enlightened; enlightening
C) incongruent; congruent
D) actualizing; actualized

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Rogers believed that self-actualization is a continuous process, and therefore chose the term "actualizing" to describe a person who is fully functioning. The term "actualized" would imply that the process is complete, which is not consistent with Rogers' view of self-development. Choices A and B are not relevant to Rogers' terminology, and choice C describes a person who is not fully functioning, as there is a lack of congruence between the person's self-concept and experiences.

To Characterize a Person Who Is Fully Functioning,Rogers Used the Term