Barbara is in the third grade. She spends many hours rehearsing her math skills, reading books, and collecting bugs. According to Erik Erikson, Barbara is developing a healthy sense of _____ through these tasks.

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According to Erik Erikson's theory of psychosocial development, the stage of industry vs inferiority occurs during middle childhood (ages 6-12) when children are driven to acquire new skills and knowledge. By rehearsing her math skills and reading books, Barbara is developing a sense of industry, which is a belief in one's ability to complete tasks and produce results. Collecting bugs could also contribute to a sense of industry if it involves setting goals and working towards them. Therefore, the best choice is A) industry. The other options (B) self-control, C) autonomy, and D) egocentrism do not accurately describe the developmental tasks that are typical of this stage.

Barbara Is in the Third Grade