If a person is gullible, passive, and needs lots of attention, he or she may have experienced fixation and have an __________ personality.
A)anal-retentive
B)oral-aggressive
C)anal-expulsive
D)oral-dependent

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The characteristics described (gullibility, passivity, and a high need for attention) align with Freud's theory of psychosexual development, specifically indicating an oral stage fixation. This results in an oral-dependent personality, where individuals may exhibit excessive dependency on others, seeking attention and validation.

If a Person Is Gullible, Passive, and Needs Lots of Attention