Martin is striving to establish a personal identity by exploring his values and vocational goals. Martin is in Erikson's __________ stage.
A) initiative versus guilt
B) intimacy versus isolation
C) identity versus role confusion
D) integrity versus despair

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According to Erikson's theory, the fifth psychosocial stage is identity versus role confusion, which occurs during adolescence. At this stage, individuals are exploring their personal and vocational identity, striving to form a sense of self, and clarifying their values and beliefs. Martin's behavior and characteristics fit this stage.

Martin Is Striving to Establish a Personal Identity by Exploring