When Peter is not biting his nails, he is chewing on a pencil. Freud would argue that Peter is fixated at the ________ stage.
A) oral
B) anal
C) phallic
D) genital

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According to Freud's theory of psychosexual development, the oral stage occurs from birth to 18 months and is focused on oral gratification (such as sucking and biting). Peter's behavior of biting his nails and chewing on a pencil both involve oral stimulation, indicating fixation at the oral stage.

When Peter Is Not Biting His Nails, He Is Chewing