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Which of the following sentences best describes the relationship between sensation and perception?
(A) Sensation is a strictly mechanical process, whereas perception is a cognitive process.
(B) Perception is an advanced form of sensation.
(C) Sensation happens in the senses, whereas perception happens in the brain.
(D) Sensation is detecting stimuli, perception is interpreting stimuli detected.
(E) Sensation involves learning and expectations, and perception does not.
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Answer
(D) Sensation is detecting stimuli, perception is interpreting stimuli detected.
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Explanation
Sensation is the activation of our senses by stimuli, and perception is how we organize and interpret sensations. Choice A is incorrect because some sensation processes are more than mechanical. Choice B is too vague—advanced in what sense? Some researchers think part of perception may happen in the senses themselves, so choice C is incorrect. Choice E is false; perception involves learning and expectations.
Posted : 01/02/2024 2:31 pm