After questioning Joe,the counselor discovers that he has had learning problems all of his life and that school was a painful place since he was constantly taunted by his peers.Joe's fear of new challenges and lack of initiative is a result of failing to achieve mastery over the following task:
A)industry versus inferiority
B)initiative versus guilt
C)autonomy versus shame and doubt
D)trust versus mistrust
E)intimacy versus isolation

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Joe's fear of new challenges and lack of initiative are indicative of issues with the "industry versus inferiority" stage, where children need to develop a sense of competence and achievement in their skills and abilities.

After Questioning Joe,the Counselor Discovers That He Has Had Learning