At age 50, Paul's mother is an active volunteer at the local hospital and has become involved in developing a literacy program for adults at the library. Paul's mother is MOST clearly exhibiting _____, associated with Erikson's stage of _____ adulthood.

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Paul's mother's involvement in developing a literacy program for adults at the library and volunteering at the hospital are examples of generativity, which is associated with Erikson's stage of middle adulthood (ages 40-65). Generativity involves being productive and giving back to society, and is contrasted with stagnation, which involves feeling unproductive and lacking a sense of purpose. Therefore, option B is the best choice.

At Age 50, Paul's Mother Is an Active Volunteer at the Local