Adelaide is becoming friends with Marley who is a couple of years older than she is. Marley smokes, and has been pressuring Adelaide to try it. She puffs on a cigarette but isn't sure she likes it. Marley has shoplifted a few times, just some small items, but it makes Adelaide uneasy, although she doesn't say anything. Last night, Marley had a six pack of beer and was vague about where she had gotten it. She wants Adelaide, who has never had beer before, to drink it with her. Adelaide is worried her parents might find out but decides to have some anyway. Which identity status is Adelaide in?

A) achievement
B) moratorium
C) achievement.
D) diffusion

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marwan hamze · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : B, Explanation :  Adelaide is in the moratorium identity status, as she is actively exploring different behaviors and values, but has not yet committed to a particular identity. This is evident in her willingness to try smoking and drinking with Marley, while also feeling uneasy about her friend's shoplifting behavior.

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