When 2-year-old Matthew was told he would get no dessert until he finished the food on his plate,he threw his plate on the floor in a temper tantrum. Freud would have suggested that Matthew was unable to resist the demands of his

A) superego.
B) ego.
C) id.
D) Oedipus complex.

Superego

The part of personality that, according to Freud, represents internalized ideals and provides standards for judgment (the conscience) and for future aspirations.

Ego

The largely conscious, “executive” part of personality that, according to Freud, mediates among the demands of the id, superego, and reality. The ego operates on the reality principle, satisfying the id’s desires in ways that will realistically bring pleasure rather than pain.

Temper Tantrum

An emotional outbreak, usually exhibited by children, characterized by crying, screaming, or aggressive behaviors in response to frustration or lack of control.