Question

when under the influence of hypnosis, people are most likely to ______.
a. perform dangerous stunts and tricks
b. perform actions they approve of already
c. engage in immoral or illicit actions
d. improve their behavior against their will

please select the best answer from the choices provided

a
b
c
d

Explanation:

Analyze the limitations of hypnosis

Hypnotized individuals cannot be forced to perform actions that violate their personal moral codes, values, or safety. They retain their agency and will not engage in dangerous, antisocial, or unwanted behaviors against their will.

Evaluate the given options

• A is incorrect because people will not perform highly dangerous stunts or tricks that they would normally refuse to do.
• B is correct because hypnosis primarily increases suggestibility for actions that align with the subject's existing willingness, comfort level, and approval.
• C is incorrect because hypnosis cannot compel someone to commit immoral or illegal acts against their moral standards.
• D is incorrect because hypnosis cannot force behavioral improvements against a person's active will.

Answer:

• A. perform dangerous stunts and tricks
• B. perform actions they approve of already (Correct answer)
• C. engage in immoral or illicit actions
• D. improve their behavior against their will