Ethan is short and thin. Although he's not very strong or athletic, he excels in academics and has a great sense of humor. According to Adler, Ethan's attempts to overcome physical weaknesses by developing strengths in other areas are an example of
A. compensation.
B. repression.
C. sublimation.
D. displacement.
Answer: A
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