Top-Down Processing Is Distinguished by Its Reliance on A(n)

question 85

Multiple Choice

Top-down processing is distinguished by its reliance on a(n)

• A)assembly of elements into a meaningful pattern.
• B)downward scanning of the eyes.
• C)search for familiar features or elements.
• D)understanding of the context of a situation.

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Definitions:

Predictor Variable

Also known as the independent variable, it is used in statistical models to predict the outcome of a dependent variable.

Response Surface

A graphical representation of how a response variable relates to two or more explanatory variables in an experiment.

Intercept

The point where the line of a graph crosses the y-axis in a coordinate system, indicating the value of the dependent variable when the independent variable is zero.

Predicted Value

The value expected according to a model or estimator when inputting specific data into that model.