Placebo Pills and Acupuncture Have Both Been Effective in Reducing

question 66

Multiple Choice

Placebo pills and acupuncture have both been effective in reducing pain. The common element in both of these methods may be their ability to stimulate the ________.

• A) production of adrenal hormones
• B) arousal of the peripheral nervous system
• C) opening of neurological gates in the spine
• D) release of endorphins

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Definitions:

Chocolate Bar

A confectionery product made primarily from chocolate and often formed into a rectangular shape.

Metal

Metal is a category of elements or substances characterized by a shiny appearance, conductivity of heat and electricity, and the ability to be shaped under pressure or heat.

Painful Injury

Physical harm or damage to a person's body that results in significant pain or discomfort.

Highly Corrosive

Describes substances that can cause severe damage to materials, tissues, or surfaces through chemical action.