Impact of Distraction on Perception

In a classic experiment on perception, participants were shown a sequence of images in rapid succession that included different colors and shapes. After viewing the images, participants were asked to recall specific details about the colors and shapes they had perceived. The study examined how quickly and accurately participants could identify the colors associated with certain shapes and the impact of distractions during the image presentation.

One of the theories underpinning this type of research is the dual coding theory, which posits that information is better remembered when it is encoded in two ways: visually and verbally. The researchers noted significant differences in recall accuracy based on image complexity and the presence of distracting stimuli.

Based on this context, what can be concluded about the effects of distraction on perceptual accuracy?