Studies Have Demonstrated That We Attend to Only a Fraction

question 104

Multiple Choice

Studies have demonstrated that we attend to only a fraction of the sensory information that the brain receives.Based on this information,William James would be MOST interested in which research question?

• A)What are the basic elements of sensory information?
• B)Do unattended sensory experiences exist in the unconscious?
• C)Will more information be perceived if participants are reinforced by cash incentives for better attention?
• D)Why might it be advantageous for the mind to filter out most sensory information?

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