A Difference Between a Freudian Slip and a Defense Mechanism

question 166

Multiple Choice

A difference between a Freudian slip and a defense mechanism is that ____.

• A) defense mechanisms are intentionally implemented by the ego
• B) defense mechanisms are implemented by the superego
• C) a Freudian slip is intentionally implemented by the ego
• D) a Freudian slip is implemented by the superego

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