A nurse is assessing the psychosocial development of a toddler. The nurse should recognize that this stage is characterized by which of the following?

A. Erikson's stage of initiative versus guilt typically occurs during the preschool years (3-6 years), not the toddler stage. B. Imaginary playmates are more characteristic of the preschool years rather than the toddler stage. C. Toddlers are in Erikson's stage of autonomy versus shame and doubt, characterized by negative behaviors as they assert independence and develop autonomy. D. Demonstrations of sexual curiosity become more pronounced during the preschool years and are less typical in the toddler stage.