In Dichotic Listening Studies, It Has Been Found That a Participant

question 17

Multiple Choice

In dichotic listening studies, it has been found that a participant usually notices when his or her own name is embedded in the ignored channel. This finding is considered evidence that

• A)selection occurs late in perceptual processing.
• B)selection occurs early in perceptual processing.
• C)there is a separate cognitive system for name recognition.
• D)recognition of familiar stimuli does not require attention.

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Definitions:

Symbolic Function

The ability to use symbols, signs, or objects to represent something that is not physically present.

Preoperational Thought

A stage in Jean Piaget's theory of cognitive development, occurring roughly between the ages of 2 and 7, characterized by symbolic thinking, egocentrism, and a lack of logical operations.

Scribbles

The early forms of drawing and writing by young children, typically consisting of random lines and marks.

Crayon

A stick of colored wax, chalk, or charcoal for drawing or coloring.