Association of Social Work Boards Masters (ASWB MSW) Practice Exam

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What does the ego operate according to?

Pleasure Principle

Reality Principle

The ego operates according to the reality principle. While the pleasure principle (option A) is concerned with seeking immediate gratification of desires, the ego balances this with the reality principle by taking into account practicality and consequences. The morality principle (option C) is a term used in ethics and does not specifically apply to the ego. The anxiety principle (option D) is not a recognized principle in psychology and may refer to a specific theory or concept rather than the overall function of the ego. Therefore, the ego operates predominantly based on the reality principle, making option B the correct answer.

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