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AP Psychology
Multiple Choice

Influence of Expectations on Perception

Easy Unit 3: Sensation & Perception Perceptual Interpretation

When individuals are presented with ambiguous stimuli, their prior experiences and expectations can greatly influence their interpretation of these stimuli. This phenomenon is often observed in perception-related psychological studies. For instance, when viewing an image that could be interpreted as either a duck or a rabbit, the interpretation may depend on what the viewer is more familiar with or expecting to see. This leads to a crucial aspect of perceptual interpretation.

Which concept best describes the influence of prior knowledge or expectations on perceptual interpretation?

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