If an infant's basic biological needs are met by others and sound attachments are formed during the first year of life,the infant will,most likely,successfully resolve the crisis associated with the ____ stage.
A) industry versus inferiority
B) trust versus mistrust
C) autonomy versus shame and doubt
D) initiative versus guilt

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The crisis associated with the first year of life is trust versus mistrust, according to Erik Erikson's theory of psychosocial development. If the infant's basic biological needs are met by responsive caregivers and strong attachments are formed, the infant will develop a sense of trust in others and in the world. This serves as the foundation for later stages of development. Therefore, the best choice is B, trust versus mistrust.

If an Infant's Basic Biological Needs Are Met by Others