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Social-Emotional Development Across the Lifespan (College Board AP® Psychology): Exam Questions

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According to the ecological systems theory, which of the following would be considered part of a child's microsystem?

  • The child's immediate family, school, and peer group

  • The cultural values and laws of the society in which the child lives

  • The connections between the child's school and their parents' workplace

  • The economic policies that influence the family's financial situation

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A 16-year-old is trying out different friendship groups, experimenting with various interests and styles of dress, and asking deep questions about their values and future direction. They feel uncertain and sometimes confused about who they really are.

According to Erikson's theory of psychosocial development, which stage best describes this adolescent's experience?

  • Identity vs. role confusion

  • Intimacy vs. isolation

  • Industry vs. inferiority

  • Initiative vs. guilt

Choose your answer