Lee sees a sexually appealing person.Lee's id wants to engage in a sexual relationship with the person.Which of the following will Lee's ego likely "say" to the id?

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According to Freud's theory of psychoanalysis, the ego is the part of the psyche that helps balance the desires of the id with reality. It is the mediator between the id and the external world. Therefore, the ego is likely to tell the id to wait a minute and engage in dating before engaging in a sexual relationship. This is because the ego understands that there are social norms and laws that must be adhered to before any sexual activity can occur. A and D are unlikely because they are extreme positions and do not offer a rational approach to the situation. B is incorrect because it does not take into account the desires of the id and suggests a complete denial of any sexual activity.

Lee Sees a Sexually Appealing Person