Which of the Following Is True Regarding Theories of Pitch

question 203

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true regarding theories of pitch perception?

• A) The frequency, pitch, and volley theories each work best for different frequencies.
• B) The frequency theory works best for all frequencies.
• C) The place theory works best for all frequencies.
• D) Each theory works equally well for all frequencies.

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Definitions:

Halo Effect

A cognitive bias where a positive impression in one area influences a person's perception in other areas.

Bottom-up Processing

A way of processing information where perception starts with an analysis of the basic elements and builds up to a complete perception.

Self-relevant

Pertaining to information or stimuli that have personal significance to an individual, often influencing attention, perception, and memory processes.

Downward Counterfactual

An imagined alternative in which the outcome is worse than what actually happened.