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?