Ambiguous Stimuli Demonstrate That

question 704

Multiple Choice

Ambiguous stimuli demonstrate that

• A)we passively record the events and stimuli around us.
• B)we actively construct meaningful perceptions.
• C)we are very quick to undergo sensory adaptation.
• D)sensory gating prevents us from experiencing sensory overload in everyday situations.

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