The Experiment by Bruner and Postman Involving an Altered Deck

question 27

Multiple Choice

The experiment by Bruner and Postman involving an altered deck of playing cards tends to prove that:

• A) There is a difference between perception and sensation.
• B) We see what we expect to see.
• C) We see what other people want us to see.
• D) What we see is affected by ambient lighting conditions.
• E) Partial colorblindness is widespread.

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Definitions:

Participants

Individuals who take part in a study, experiment, or any type of group activity or event.

Experimenter

An individual who conducts a controlled test or investigation in the context of scientific research.

Collectivistic

Referring to cultural values that emphasize the importance of groups and collective well-being over individual interests and achievements.

Allocentric

Describing an outward-looking approach to life, where the focus is on others and the larger group, as opposed to self-centered interests.