Which of the following is a characteristic of Erik Erikson's industry versus inferiority stage of personality development?

A. Children begin imitating adults, dressing in adult clothes, playing adults, and acting as adults.
B. Children begin experiencing a whole series of drastic physical changes.
C. Children begin experimenting with their new abilities and generally test their powers.
D. Children begin comparing themselves to each other, especially those their own age.


Answer: D

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