Research Has Shown That the Psi Capabilities of ESP Stage

question 82

Multiple Choice

Research has shown that the psi capabilities of ESP stage performers, like Uri Geller,

• A)are true examples of the paranormal.
• B)resulted from the use of deception and sleight of hand tricks.
• C)can be controlled enough by the person to do simple entertainment demonstrations.
• D)are exhibited by only about five percent of the stage ESP performers.

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