Why Are Sensation and Perception Studied by Psychologists

question 47

Multiple Choice

Why are sensation and perception studied by psychologists?

• A)to understand how mood disorders arise from deficits in perception
• B)because biologists tend to shy away from neuroscience issues
• C)to understand how our brains make sense of the world around us
• D)because biology has little effect on sensation or perception

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Definitions:

Albert Bandura

A prominent psychologist who introduced the social learning theory, emphasizing the role of observational learning, imitation, and modeling in behavior.

Inborn Reflex Behaviors

Natural reflex actions babies are born with, like sucking and grasping, which serve important survival functions.

Modeling Experiments

The process of creating simulations or representations of real-world processes to test hypotheses or understand systems.

Sufficient Reinforcement

The adequate or required amount of encouragement or reward necessary to achieve desired behavior.