The Tendency to Perceive Things with a Continuous Pattern Rather

question 272

Multiple Choice

The tendency to perceive things with a continuous pattern rather than with a complex, broken-up pattern is known as __________

• A) proximity.
• B) continuity.
• C) contiguity.
• D) common region.

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Definitions:

Time Proportioning Control

This control method adjusts the duty cycle of an output to regulate a process variable, commonly used in temperature control systems.

Final Control Element

The Final Control Element in a control system is the device, such as a valve or actuator, that directly manipulates the physical process based on control signals.

Integral Action

A control action in which the controller output is proportional to the duration and magnitude of the error signal, commonly used in PID controllers.

Proportional Plus Derivative

A control method in feedback system design that uses a combination of the proportional and derivative actions to improve system response and stability.