Which of the Following Is True of the Transition from One

question 24

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true of the transition from one alter to another?

• A) It is often called the "transfer".
• B) It cannot be artificially precipitated, such as through hypnotic suggestion.
• C) It is often precipitated by stress or other identifiable cues in the environment.
• D) It happens gradually, with the dominant alter fading and the new one growing stronger.
• E) It is always obvious when a transition between alters has occurred.

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