Which of the following is not a key limitation to Freud's theory?
A) The idea that the adult personality is formed by the time a child is five or six
B) The idea that the ego defends against anxiety
C) Freud's emphasis on instinctual influences on personality
D) The negative tone of Freud's theory of human personality

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Freud's theory indeed posits that the ego employs various defense mechanisms to handle anxiety, making this a fundamental aspect of his theory rather than a limitation. The other options (A, C, D) are considered limitations or criticisms of Freud's theory by some scholars, focusing on its determinism, emphasis on sexuality and instinct, and perceived pessimism, respectively.

Which of the Following Is Not a Key Limitation to Freud's