Between the ages of 5 and 12, children strive to develop a sense of competence arising from their work and effort. Erikson refers to this stage of development as __________.
A) trust versus mistrust
B) autonomy versus shame and doubt
C) initiative versus guilt
D) industry versus inferiority

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Erikson refers to the stage of development between the ages of 5 and 12 as the industry versus inferiority stage. This stage is marked by the child's desire to develop a sense of competence and mastery in their work and effort.

Between the Ages of 5 and 12, Children Strive to Develop