What type of meditation involves focusing on one point of attention such as a mantra or sound?
A) Concentrative
B) Mindfulness
C) Vipassana
D) Insight
Ans: A
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Concentrative meditation involves focusing on one point of attention such as a mantra or sound. Mindfulness meditation (vipassana or insight meditation) focuses more on breathing techniques to facilitate concentration and to develop a higher state of present awareness.
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