The three most important influences on character formation are

A) government, schools, and churches.
B) business, industry, and government.
C) parents, media, and music.
D) experience, age, and education.
E) associations (family and friends) , books (and other media) , and self-concept.

Character Formation

The process of developing and defining one's personal beliefs, values, and behaviors.

Associations

The company one keeps, as in family, friends, and other role models who help shape one’s life; important determinants of individual character.

Self-Concept

An individual's understanding of who they are based on their beliefs, characteristics, and values.