Elijah, a 17-year-old high school junior, is an integral part of the school soccer team. He is a good vocal artist and is part of the school's music club. He is equally passionate about calculus and is an active member of the high school calculus club. However, he is unsure of what he wants to pursue in life. In the context of Marcia's theory of identity status, which of the following is Elijah's identity status?

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Ibrahim Saunders

Biology

27 February, 11:35

Elijah, a 17-year-old high school junior, is an integral part of the school soccer team. He is a good vocal artist and is part of the school's music club. He is equally passionate about calculus and is an active member of the high school calculus club. However, he is unsure of what he wants to pursue in life. In the context of Marcia's theory of identity status, which of the following is Elijah's identity status?

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London Mcguire · Answer 1

Answer: Identity moratorium

Explanation:

Identity moratorium is the third identity status in Marcias theory. This identity represents a high exploration of different things or skill but low commitment to all of them. This is stage of identity crisis in youth. They have tried out different things but are not yet certain of a career type.