The snake is a universal symbol of evil. This is represented symbolically in art, folklore, and religious stories throughout time and across cultures. Which theorist would consider this observation as evidence to support his theory?
A) Freud
B) Jung
C) Adler
D) Horney

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Jung believed in the existence of a collective unconscious, which contains archetypes (universal symbols and themes) that are common to all humanity. The snake is one of these archetypes and represents the shadow side of human nature – including evil and temptation. Therefore, the observation of the snake as a universal symbol of evil supports Jung's theory.

The Snake Is a Universal Symbol of Evil