Shota Closes His Eyes and Engages in Several Minutes of Slow

question 1

Multiple Choice

Shota closes his eyes and engages in several minutes of slow, rhythmic breathing. He is trying to reduce stress through:

• A) abdominal breathing
• B) progressive muscle relaxation
• C) meditation
• D) time management

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Nervous Tissue

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A developing mammal or vertebrate after the embryonic stage and before birth, during which significant growth and organ development occur.

Germ Layer

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