Sensation refers to:

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The interpretation of stimuli by the brain
The detection of external physical stimuli by sense organs
The conscious awareness of sensory input
The ability to perceive depth and distance
2.
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Perception is defined as:
The physical process of detecting stimuli
The processing, organizing, and interpreting of sensory information
The ability to sense environmental changes
The creation of internal mental representations
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Sensory coding involves:
The elimination of unused sensory pathways
The transduction of sensory information into neuronal impulses
The combination of sensory information into a single perception
The conscious awareness of sensory stimuli
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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The absolute threshold is defined as:
The smallest detectable difference between two stimuli
The minimal level of stimulation required to detect a sensory input half the time
The maximum level of stimulation the body can tolerate
The point at which perception occurs
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
According to Weber’s law, the just-noticeable difference is based on:
A fixed amount of difference
The proportion of the original sensory input
The type of sensory receptor involved
The duration of exposure to the stimulus
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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Sensory adaptation is:
The ability to enhance sensory perception
The tendency for a sensory system to stop responding to constant stimulation
The increase in sensitivity to stimuli after prolonged exposure
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
The cornea and lens are responsible for:
Detecting sound waves
Focusing light onto the retina
Transmitting signals to the auditory cortex
Filtering out excess light
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