The reliable gender difference concerning identity achievement during adolescence is that

A. males tend to attach more emphasis on aspects of identity involving interpersonal relationships.
B. females tend to attach more emphasis on aspects of identity involving career identity.
C. males tend to attach a greater emphasis on aspects of identity involving sexuality.
D. females tend to attach a greater emphasis on aspects of identity involving family and career goals.


Answer: D

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