Final answer:
Erikson's last stage of development is characterized by wisdom, where individuals reflect on their lives and achieve a sense of integrity and fulfillment.
Step-by-step explanation:
The question is related to Erik Erikson's theory of psychosocial development, specifically focusing on his last stage of development. According to Erikson's theory, the final stage that individuals face in late adulthood (from the mid-60s to the end of life) is characterized by the challenge of integrity versus despair. This stage involves reflecting on one's life and feeling either a sense of satisfaction or a sense of failure. Those who are successful in resolving this stage's crisis feel a sense of integrity, having few regrets and feeling content with their life's narrative. Conversely, those who struggle with this stage may experience feelings of despair, regret, and dissatisfaction with how their lives have turned out.
In relation to the multiple-choice question '35. (p. 594) Erikson's last stage of development is characterized by ____.', the answer is C. wisdom. This choice aligns with the concept of integrity that Erikson believed individuals could achieve by reflecting on their lives with a sense of fulfillment and wisdom.