What is the primary outcome for a school-age child who feels inadequate compared to peers during the Industry vs. Inferiority stage?
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Correct answer: Inferiority
In Erikson's fourth stage, Industry vs. Inferiority, feelings of inadequacy compared to peers may lead to a sense of inferiority.
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