Last year, Greta's knee injury caused her to drop out of her bowling league, but at 90 years old, she still enjoys life and is involved in many activities. Greta is successful at which of Peck's developmental stages?
a) Redefinition of self versus preoccupation with work role
b) Ego transcendence versus ego preoccupation
c) Body transcendence versus body preoccupation
d) Integrity versus despair
Answer: c) Body transcendence versus body preoccupation
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