Jonah is a 15-year-old boy. His parents believe that Jonah has all the qualities required to become a scientist and encourage hi
m to plan his future accordingly. Influenced by his parents' encouragement, Jonah decides to take up research in the field of science. He selects his career solely on the basis of his parents' views. In the context of James Marcia's identity statuses, Jonah's decision illustrates the _____.
