Donald has an overinflated sense of self, and often comes across as conceited. Alexander lacks confidence, undervalues himself, and comes across as insecure. According to Freud, it is MOST likely that:

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According to Freud's psychosexual stages of development, the phallic stage is characterized by the development of a healthy sense of self. Fixation at this stage can lead to either an overinflated sense of self (narcissism) or feelings of inadequacy and low self-esteem. Therefore, both Donald's conceitedness and Alexander's insecurity suggest fixation in the phallic stage.

Donald Has an Overinflated Sense of Self, and Often Comes