Geraldine is almost 30 years old, has a graduate degree in business administration, and is now considering a number of career options. She is not married or in a long-term committed relationship and enjoys the flexibility that her single life allows. Which of the following statements is most likely to be true of Geraldine?
A) She would be classified as being in the emerging adult stage of lifespan development.
B) She is struggling with the psychosocial conflict of ego integrity versus despair.
C) She has not resolved the primary psychosocial conflict of autonomy versus doubts.
D) She would be classified as being in the middle adulthood stage of lifespan development.

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Geraldine's age, educational attainment, and exploration of career options suggest that she is likely in the emerging adult stage of lifespan development, which typically occurs between ages 18-25 to the mid-20s to early 30s. This is a period of identity exploration and experimentation, and individuals in this stage may delay committing to long-term relationships or career choices in order to explore their options. The other options (B, C, and D) do not fit Geraldine's situation as well as option A.

Geraldine Is Almost 30 Years Old, Has a Graduate Degree