The Ability to Focus on Only a Small Subset of the Stimuli

question 124

Multiple Choice

The ability to focus on only a small subset of the stimuli that are being received by sensory organs is called

• A) subliminal perception.
• B) selective attention.
• C) selective perception.
• D) subliminal attention.
• E) sensory focus.

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Definitions:

Consumer Surplus

The difference between the total amount that consumers are willing and able to pay for a good or service and the total amount that they actually do pay.

Autarky Price

The price of a good in a country without international trade, determined solely by domestic supply and demand.

International Trade

The trade of products and services across the borders of different countries or territories.

Consumer Surplus

The difference between the total amount that consumers are willing and able to pay for a good or service versus the total amount that they actually pay.