Eight-year old steven has a difficult time making friends at school. he has trouble completing his schoolwork accurately and on time, and as a result, receives little positive feedback from his teacher and parents. according to erikson's theory, failure at this stage of development results in what?

Inferiority

Explanation:

Psychosocial Stage 4 "Industry vs. Inferiority" of Erikson's Theory says that children who receive little encouragement from parents, teachers or peers are much more likely to doubt their own abilities, thus hindering their ability to succeed in life. This psychosocial state is Inferiority, which is what Steven occupies.