After learning that another participant had refused to work with them, participants are more likely to complete the letter sequence "R _ P E" with what letter?

Karma refers to

A) intentional, willful activity. B) good or bad consequences for our actions. C) detachment. D) the selfless ideal of Buddhism.

Katherine's new dentist plans to use hypnosis instead of anesthesia while he works on Katherine's teeth. Katherine asks you if she should go along with this, or if she should find another dentist. Based on research into the effects of hypnosis, you should tell her

a. hypnosis typically has no effect on the experience of pain. b. hypnosis is only effective as an anesthetic when it is used in conjunction with sedatives. c. once she is no longer hypnotized, her sensitivity to pain will show a rebound effect. d. hypnosis can be an effective substitute for some anesthetic drugs.