People Often Get Accustomed to a Loud or Irritating Noise

question 33

Multiple Choice

People often get accustomed to a loud or irritating noise after being exposed to it for a considerable amount of time. This best exemplifies _____.

• A) habituation
• B) canalization
• C) assimilation
• D) generalization

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Definitions:

Fuzzy Set

A concept in mathematics and social sciences describing a set of elements with degrees of membership rather than a clear boundary between members and non-members.

Vividness

An intrinsic property of a stimulus on its own that makes it stand out and attract attention.

Salience

Property of a stimulus that makes it stand out in relation to other stimuli and attract attention.

Schemas

Cognitive frameworks or mental models that help individuals organize and interpret information based on past experiences and knowledge.