Some researchers argue that hypnosis is a special state of consciousness; other researchers disagree.They argue that when the hypnosis procedure is used,individuals simply respond to the cues and instructions made by the hypnotist in order to know how to respond.These cues are called
A) dependent variables.
B) demand characteristics.
C) reactive cues.
D) selective traces.

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The cues and instructions made by the hypnotist in order to know how to respond are called demand characteristics. These cues are not necessarily indicative of a special state of consciousness, but rather just the individual's response to the social cues provided by the hypnotist.

Some Researchers Argue That Hypnosis Is a Special State of Consciousness;