The ego's attempt to find a match between the image of a tension-reducing object and a real perception of that object is known as:
A) primary process.
B) secondary process.
C) ego search.
D) none of the above

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The secondary process is the ego's rational thought and problem-solving activity, aiming to find a realistic way to satisfy needs and desires, such as finding a match between the mental image of a desired object and an actual object that can reduce tension.

The Ego's Attempt to Find a Match Between the Image