According to James Marcia, before an adolescent can achieve an identity they must
A) find a mentor who will coach and guide them and build a social network.
B) filter out information that that does not interest them and focus only on one specific identity choice.
C) engage in a period of active explorations of their alternatives and make a personal commitment to the choice they make.
D) build a strong sense of their self-esteem and seek out activities that they enjoy and can succeed at.

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According to James Marcia's theory of identity development, an adolescent must go through a period of exploration where they actively seek out and explore different identity options before making a personal commitment to one of them. This process is known as identity achievement, and it is necessary to establish a strong sense of self-identity. The other options may be helpful in developing self-esteem and building social connections, but they are not essential to achieving a sense of identity.

According to James Marcia, Before an Adolescent Can Achieve an Identity