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AP Psychology
Multiple Choice

Understanding Perceptual Interpretation in Stimuli

Medium Unit 3: Sensation & Perception Perceptual Interpretation

In the study of sensation and perception, perceptual interpretation plays a crucial role in how stimuli are organized and understood. This process can significantly vary among individuals based on their prior experiences, cultural background, and cognitive biases.

Consider the following scenario: a person sees a series of colored blocks arranged in a certain pattern. Depending on their past experiences and learned associations with colors, they may interpret the arrangement as a representation of either a flag or an abstract art piece. This variation in perception primarily demonstrates which of the following concepts?

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