What is the relationship between identity and intimacy?
A. People must reshape their identity to include their role as partner in an intimate relationship.
B. If people fail to develop an identity in adolescence, they will do so when in intimate relationships in adulthood.
C. Identity is the outcome of successful intimate relationship.
D. It is unnecessary to have an identity to be truly intimate with others.
Answer: A
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