Which of the Following Statements About Pattern Perception Is True

question 43

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about pattern perception is true?

• A) Newborns prefer to look at plain rather than patterned stimuli.
• B) As they get older, infants prefer less complex patterns.
• C) Because of their poor vision, very young babies cannot resolve the small features in complex patterns.
• D) If babies are sensitive to the contrast in two or more patterns, they prefer the one with less contrast.

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Definitions:

Full Night's Sleep

A period of sleep lasting typically between 7 to 9 hours, considered essential for optimal health and cognitive functioning.

REM Sleep

A phase of sleep characterized by rapid eye movements, increased breathing rate, and vivid dreams. It is considered a critical component of restorative sleep.

Stage 4 Sleep

The deep sleep stage, or delta sleep, where the body recovers, growth hormone is secreted, and the brain detoxifies, making it crucial for physical and mental health.

Sleep Deprivation

A condition resulting from inadequate quantity or quality of sleep, including voluntary or involuntary sleeplessness and circadian rhythm sleep disorders.