Which statement BEST articulates the role of the practitioner in hypnosis?
a. adaptive
b. directive
c. mutual
d. passive
B
The practitioner's role in hypnosis is directive. The practitioner is active in directing the client, and the client is suggestible and in a very relaxed state during hypnosis.
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