A woman is very upset with her mother, but her ego will not allow her to express her hostility openly. According to Freud, what might we expect this woman to do?

A. Explain to everyone how much she loves her mother.
B. Accidentally destroy one of her mother's favorite dishes.
C. Express her hostility toward her own children.
D. The woman might do any of the above.


D

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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