Edwin has just started his third year at college and is still exploring the options for his major. He has taken a number of courses with the intention of obtaining a law degree, but last semester, he also discovered he was very interested in geology. He feels it is important to reach a final decision before the end of the semester and has started investigating both career options in great detail. James Marcia would consider Edwin to be in a state of identity
A)diffusion.
B)foreclosure.
C)postponement.
D)moratorium.

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James Marcia would consider Edwin to be in a state of identity moratorium, as he is actively exploring various options and commitments in an effort to make a decision about his future career path. This exploration phase is characteristic of the moratorium status.

Edwin Has Just Started His Third Year at College and Is