The ________________________ stage of psychosocial theory has the following characteristics: occurs in late infancy and toddlerhood; infants discover that their behaviour is their own; and assertion of independence.
A)trust versus mistrust
B)autonomy versus shame and doubt
C)industry versus inferiority
D)initiative versus guilt

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The stage described with the given characteristics is the "autonomy versus shame and doubt" stage, which occurs in late infancy and toddlerhood. This is when infants start to assert their independence and discover that their behaviour is their own. They also start to develop a sense of autonomy, which can lead to feelings of shame and doubt if not encouraged by caregivers.

The ________________________ Stage of Psychosocial Theory Has the Following Characteristics