To reduce sexual tension, which of the following structures may be forced to sublimate sexual energies into activities, such as sports, music, or dancing?
A) ego
B) id
C) ego ideal
D) conscience

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The ego is responsible for dealing with reality and operates based on the reality principle. It helps manage the demands of the id (which is the source of sexual and aggressive drives) in a socially acceptable manner. Sublimation, a defense mechanism, involves channeling unacceptable impulses into socially acceptable activities, such as sports, music, or dancing. This is a function of the ego, as it mediates between the desires of the id and the constraints of the external world.

To Reduce Sexual Tension, Which of the Following Structures May