Which of the following is a mental series of exercises meant to refocus attention and achieve a trancelike state of consciousness?

A. meditation
B. biofeedback
C. relaxation response
D. progressive relaxation


Answer: A

Psychology

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a. scales of measurement. b. measures of central tendency. c. standard scores. d. measures of variation.

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