The epigenetic principle in Erikson's theory means that
a. ego development is determined by the environment.
b. each psychosocial strength has its own special time of importance.
c. the order of the stages of ego development is variable.
d. psychosocial development is due to assimilation-accommodation.
ANSWER: b
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