Freud believed that the superego was influenced by:

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According to Freud's theory, the superego is influenced by both archaic rudiments (early childhood experiences) and patterns of reward and punishment in a person's lifetime. Therefore, option D is the best choice as it incorporates both of these factors. Option A is incorrect because Freud did not emphasize the role of free will in the development of the superego. Option B and C are partially correct, but they do not take into account the full range of factors that influence the superego.

Freud Believed That the Superego Was Influenced By