Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Psychology

Chapter

Self and Personality

Question:

Which stage of development of Freudian theory is characterized by relatively inactive sexual urges?

Options:

Oral stage

Anal stage

Latency stage

Genital stage

Correct Answer:

Latency stage

Explanation:

The latency stage, lasting from about seven years until puberty, is characterized by relatively inactive sexual urges. During this period, children continue to grow physically, but their energy is primarily channeled into social or achievement-related activities.