According to Treisman's Modified Filter Theory, Which of the Following

question 120

Multiple Choice

According to Treisman's modified filter theory, which of the following is not true?

• A) Many signals are passed on from the sensory registers at the same time.
• B) The cognitive filter works with a variable control like a volume control knob.
• C) The cognitive filter works even when we are asleep.
• D) Many signals in the sensory registers are able to receive our concentrated attention at a time.

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Definitions:

Secondary Somatosensory Cortex

A region of the brain involved in the processing of sensory information from the body, contributing to the perception of touch, proprioception, and pain.

Pitch

A perceptual property of sounds that allows their ordering on a frequency-related scale, or more commonly, the perception of how high or low a sound is.

Frequency

The number of occurrences of a repeating event per unit of time, often measured in hertz (Hz).

Timbre

Timbre is the quality of a musical note, sound, or tone that distinguishes different types of sound production, such as voices or musical instruments.