4.6 - Perceptual Processes
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What is sensation?
💡 Hint: Think about the role of our senses in providing information.
Define selective attention.
💡 Hint: Consider an example from your classroom.
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What is the main function of attention?
💡 Hint: Consider the challenges of being overwhelmed by stimuli.
True or False: Perceptual constancies ensure that we see objects as changing shape depending on their orientation.
💡 Hint: Think about how we recognize a circular plate from different angles.
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Consider a scenario where you are in a dark room. Describe how your perception changes as light is introduced gradually. What perceptual constancies might you rely on?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens to colors as light levels adjust.
Examine how cultural differences might impact the perception of a particular advertisement. Give an example of a potential misinterpretation.
💡 Hint: Reflect on advertisements that use symbolism or technology.
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