Gray is an excellent student who has always followed her parents' rules. She has never challenged any of their rules or disobeyed them. Her parents state "she is the easiest teen, so agreeable all the time." Gray has decided to go to college nearby, per her parents' request. According to Marcia, what stage of identity formation does this demonstrate?
A) Identity diffusion
B) Moratorium
C) Identify foreclosure
D) Identify achievement

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Gray's behavior shows identity foreclosure, which is when an individual accepts and internalizes an identity without exploration or questioning. Gray is going to college nearby per her parents' request, without exploring other options or considering her own desires and goals. This suggests that Gray has not gone through the necessary process of identity exploration, which is a key component of achieving a mature and stable sense of self.

Gray Is an Excellent Student Who Has Always Followed Her