Elvin is 75 years old.He is a rather sad because he regrets the wasted opportunities in life and feels he has made a lot of mistakes.From Erikson's perspective,this reflects a sense of

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According to Erikson's theory of psychosocial development, the last stage of life is integrity vs. despair. This stage occurs in late adulthood and is characterized by reflecting on one's life and either feeling a sense of satisfaction with their accomplishments (integrity) or feeling regretful and disappointed with their choices (despair). Elvin's feelings of regret and sadness indicate that he is experiencing a sense of despair in this stage of development. Therefore, the best choice is A) despair.

Elvin Is 75 Years Old