Practice Key Terms (4.13) - Sensory, Attentional and Perceptual Processes

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Question 1.
What is the absolute threshold?
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Consider what level of a stimulus you would need to notice it.
Question 2.
Give an example of selective attention.
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Think of a time when you focused on one thing despite distractions.
3Question 3.
What does absolute threshold refer to?
- The maximum stimulus intensity
- The lowest level of stimulus intensity detected
- The average threshold across individuals
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Think about the minimum amount needed to notice something.
4Question 4.
True or False: Perceptual constancies help us see objects consistently.
- True
- False
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Think about how you recognize familiar objects.
Question 5.
Design an experiment to test the effect of noise on selective attention while studying.
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Consider how different stimuli affect focus.
Question 6.
Discuss how age may influence the absolute threshold in sensory perception.
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Think about changes you’ve noticed as you grow older.

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