According to Erikson,if a 9-year old elementary school child fails to succeed in learning new skills and knowledge,the result may be the development of a sense of:
A)stagnation.
B)inferiority.
C)shame and doubt.
D)role confusion.

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According to Erikson's theory of psychosocial development, the stage that corresponds with a 9-year-old child is industry versus inferiority. In this stage, children need to master new skills and knowledge, or they will develop a sense of inferiority. Therefore, if a child fails to succeed in learning new skills and knowledge, the result may be the development of a sense of inferiority.

According to Erikson,if a 9-Year Old Elementary School Child Fails