As preschoolers encounter a wider social world with new challenges that require responsible,active,purposeful behavior,which of Erikson's stages occur?

A) Initiative versus guilt
B) Trust versus mistrust
C) Autonomy versus shame and doubt
D) Identity versus identity confusion

Erikson's stage of Initiative versus guilt occurs during the preschool years where children begin to take on more responsibility and take initiative in their actions. They begin to explore their environment and develop a sense of purpose. However, if they are punished for their actions or feel guilty for their behavior, they may develop a sense of inadequacy and feel guilty for taking initiative. Therefore, A) Initiative versus guilt is the best choice for the stage that occurs during the preschool years.