A stage hypnotist can best increase the hypnotizability of select audience members by first providing them with a

A) memory quiz that encourages them to recall their own early life experiences.
B) strong expectation that they will be hypnotically responsive.
C) caffeinated beverage that temporarily boosts mental alertness.
D) simple promise that they will not be publicly humiliated.

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Olivia Ballard · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : B, Explanation :  Providing select audience members with a strong expectation that they will be hypnotically responsive can increase their belief in their ability to be hypnotized, which can in turn increase their hypnotizability. This is often done through pre-talk, where the hypnotist explains what hypnosis is, how it works, and reassures the audience about its safety and effectiveness.

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