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Explaining Hypnotic Behavior

Two major perspectives attempt to explain the effects of hypnosis. The dissociation view suggests that hypnosis causes a split in awareness, where one part of consciousness responds to the hypnotist's suggestions while another part remains a detached observer. The social-cognitive view argues that people under hypnosis are simply acting out the social role of a 'hypnotized person,' conforming to the expectations of the situation. Analyze the following scenario from both of these perspectives.

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