Identity can be described as an explicit theory of oneself as a(n)
A) complex unit with varying personalities and desires.
B) rational agent who acts on the basis of reason and takes responsibility for those actions.
C) interpersonal being whose decisions are made within a wider social context.
D) entity who must explain its randomly occurring behavior.

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Identity refers to the understanding of oneself as a consistent and autonomous unit. The option B, which mentions oneself as a rational agent who takes responsibility for actions and acts on the basis of reason, aligns with this definition the most. Options A and D suggest a fragmented sense of self, whereas option C emphasizes the role of social context in decision-making, but not necessarily in defining identity.

Identity Can Be Described as an Explicit Theory of Oneself