According to Erik Erikson's theory, children in middle childhood tend to judge themselves as either _____.

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Erikson's theory suggests that during middle childhood (ages 6-12), children begin to develop a sense of industry, competence, and accomplishment. If they are successful in their endeavors, they will judge themselves as industrious and competent. However, if they experience repeated failures and negative feedback, they may develop feelings of inferiority. Therefore, option B - industrious or inferior is the best choice. Option A can be eliminated as "suppressed" is not a term used in Erikson's theory, and "superior" is not a likely outcome of middle childhood development. Option C is partially correct but does not fully capture the essence of Erikson's theory. Option D is too limited in scope and does not adequately reflect the complex nature of a child's self-perceptions during middle childhood.

According to Erik Erikson's Theory, Children in Middle Childhood Tend