Alexander believes that aliens from outer space are working together with the CIA in an elaborate plot to brainwash him with secret messages transmitted through static on his television. His beliefs are most likely what psychologists would call __________.
A. delusions
B. compulsions
C. hallucinations
D. obsessions
Answer: A
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