Although Manuel Was Sitting Right Next to His Parents,he Smelled

question 359

Multiple Choice

Although Manuel was sitting right next to his parents,he smelled a skunk minutes before they did.Apparently,Manuel has a lower ________ for skunk odor than his parents have.

• A)perceptual set
• B)tolerance level
• C)absolute threshold
• D)sensory adaptation

---

Definitions:

Threatening Situations

Circumstances or events that pose a danger or harm, inducing a response of fear or anxiety.

Social Encounter

An interaction between two or more individuals in a social context, which can influence thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.

Impersonal Events

Situations or occurrences that do not involve personal interactions or relationships and are usually regarded in an objective or detached manner.

Recall

The ability to retrieve information or memories from one's past, often tested in psychological and cognitive research.