Numerous studies find that people who score high on measures of trait called ____________are more responsive to hypnotic suggestion than those who score low on that same trait.
A) psychosis
B) expectancy
C) extraversion
D) absorption

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The question is asking for a trait that is related to responsiveness to hypnotic suggestion. While all of the answer choices could potentially be related to hypnosis in some way, the research specifically suggests that individuals who score high on measures of absorption - which refers to a tendency to become fully immersed and engaged in sensory experiences - are more responsive to hypnotic suggestion. Therefore, the correct answer is D) absorption.

Numerous Studies Find That People Who Score High on Measures