Role confusion refers to the identity status in which adolescents _____.
A) pause during their identity formation to explore alternatives
B) form their identity prematurely
C) do not commit to goals and fail to take on any role
D) understand who they are as connected to everything they have learned

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Role confusion is the identity status in which adolescents do not commit to goals and fail to take on any role. They may struggle with finding a sense of who they are and what they want to do with their lives. They may explore different options but do not make a clear decision or commitment. This is also known as the "identity diffusion" stage.

Role Confusion Refers to the Identity Status in Which Adolescents