Which statement best contrasts Erikson's ideas of identity diffusion and identity foreclosure in Self II?

• A. Diffusion is a lack of clear commitment; foreclosure is accepting identities without exploration; Self II emphasizes exploration toward an authentic identity.
• B. Diffusion and foreclosure are identical processes.
• C. Foreclosure involves exploring many identities before committing.
• D. Diffusion occurs after foreclosure in the developmental sequence.

Answer: (A)