Martin has just turned 50 years old, and lately he has been questioning whether his life has had any real meaning. "If I were to die today, would my life really have made a difference?"

According to the social development theory of Erik Erikson, Martin is struggling with the crisis of __________.
a. proactivity vs. negativity
b. generativity vs. stagnation
c. ego integrity vs. despair
d. contribution vs. selfishness


Answer: B

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