Sensory Adaptation Refers to __________

question 169

Multiple Choice

Sensory adaptation refers to __________.

• A) the fact that our sensory apparatus will respond strongly to a stimulus when it first arrives
• B) the fact that, if a stimulus continues on unchanged, our sensory response gradually decreases
• C) the fact that we can detect changes in a stimulus only if we have sufficient time to adapt
• D) both a and b

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Definitions:

Communication Process Model

A theoretical framework that describes the steps involved in the exchange of information between a sender and a receiver, encompassing elements like encoding, medium, decoding, and feedback.

Potential Areas

Potential areas refer to sectors or fields that hold the possibility for growth, development, or significant contributions in various contexts.

Failure

The state or condition of not meeting a desirable or intended objective, potentially leading to a wide range of consequences.

Non-voice Use

Communication or interaction that occurs without the use of spoken words, such as text or sign language.