According to Erikson, children learn a sense of _____ if they win praise for productive activities valued by society, while if their efforts in learning various skills are regarded as messy, childish, or inadequate, feelings of _____ result.
A)initiative; shame and doubt
B)autonomy; despair
C)generativity; stagnation
D)industry; inferiority

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Erikson's theory of psychosocial development states that during the stage of industry vs. inferiority, children develop a sense of industry when they are encouraged and praised for their accomplishments, leading to a feeling of competence. If they are not supported, they may develop feelings of inferiority.

According to Erikson, Children Learn a Sense of _____ If