Chase's mom thinks it's better to let her infant son cry for a while before attending to his needs so that he does not get spoiled. According to Erikson's life-span development theory, if an infant thinks that his needs may or may not be met, he or she will likely develop which of the following traits?

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If an infant thinks that his needs may or may not be met, he or she will likely develop mistrust.

Chase's Mom Thinks It's Better to Let Her Infant Son