Which is the best illustration of the pleasure principle?
A)Seth enjoys playing guitar only when others are not disturbed.
B)Mara rides her bike with her parents.
C)Katie goes to amusement parks and rides rollercoasters while on vacation.
D)Mitch likes to hit other people, so he starts fights with his classmates.

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The pleasure principle is the driving force of the id that seeks immediate gratification of all desires, wants, and needs. Mitch's behavior of starting fights to satisfy his desire to hit others is an example of acting on the pleasure principle without regard for consequences or others.

Which Is the Best Illustration of the Pleasure Principle