The motives included in the proprium are:
a. developed gradually over four stages.
c. determined by instinctual forces.
b. maintained or discarded by the ego.
d. restricted to unconscious factors.
ANS: B
FEEDBACK: Propriate motives are unique to each individual. The ego determines which motives will be maintained and which will be discarded. We retain motives that enhance our self-esteem or self-image.
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