According to Erikson, an adolescent who fails to develop a clear sense of personal identity may experience:

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AShame and doubt
BGuilt
CRole confusion
DIsolation

✓ Correct answer: C. Role confusion Erikson's Stage 5 (Identity vs. Role Confusion, ages 12-18) centres on developing a stable sense of self. Failure results in role confusion: uncertainty about values, beliefs, and future direction. Success yields the virtue of fidelity.

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