According to the study of Master et al. (2009) how does the presence of social support affect pain perception?
A) Presence of a partner (seen or felt) increases pain intensity relative to a stranger or object.
B) Presence of another human (partner or stranger) decreases pain intensity relative to an object.
C) Presence of a partner (seen or felt) decreases pain intensity relative to a stranger or object.
D) Presence of another human (partner or stranger) increases pain intensity relative to an object.

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The study by Master et al. (2009) found that the presence of a partner, whether seen or felt, can decrease pain intensity compared to when the pain is experienced in the presence of a stranger or an object. This suggests that social support, especially from significant others, plays a crucial role in the perception of pain.

According to the Study of Master Et Al