2.1 Perception

Front

Which type of processing begins with sensory input and builds perception from the smallest pieces of information?

Back

Bottom-up processing

Answer explanation

Bottom-up processing starts with sensory input, building perception from the smallest details. It contrasts with top-down processing, which relies on prior knowledge and expectations.

Front

Which of the following is an example of an external factor that influences perception? Culture, Schemas, Perceptual set, Context

Back

Culture

Answer explanation

Culture is an external factor that shapes how we perceive the world, influencing our interpretations and responses. In contrast, schemas, perceptual set, and context are more internal or situational factors.

Front

What is the ability to perceive the world in three dimensions and judge distances?

Back

Depth perception

Answer explanation

Depth perception is the ability to perceive the world in three dimensions and judge distances accurately, making it the correct choice. Visual perception relates to overall sight, while apparent motion and perceptual constancy are different concepts.

Front

Which depth cues require both eyes to work together?

Back

Binocular cues

Answer explanation

Binocular cues require both eyes to work together to perceive depth, utilizing the slight differences in images from each eye. This contrasts with monocular cues, which can be perceived with one eye.

Front

Which monocular cue refers to the fact that objects with finer details are seen as closer?

Back

Texture gradient

Answer explanation

The texture gradient monocular cue indicates that as surfaces recede into the distance, their texture becomes finer. Thus, objects with finer details appear closer, making 'texture gradient' the correct choice.

Front

Which attention-related phenomenon refers to failing to notice visible objects when attention is directed elsewhere?

Back

Inattentional blindness

Answer explanation

Inattentional blindness occurs when individuals fail to notice visible objects in their environment because their attention is focused on something else, making it the correct answer to the question.

Front

Which perceptual constancy allows us to perceive colors as stable even when lighting changes?

Back

Color Constancy

Answer explanation

Color Constancy is the perceptual constancy that allows us to perceive colors as stable despite changes in lighting conditions. This ability helps us recognize colors consistently in varying environments.

Front

Which of the following is an example of a binocular cue for depth perception? Relative Size, Retinal Disparity, Texture Gradient, Linear Perspective

Back

Retinal Disparity

Answer explanation

Retinal Disparity is a binocular cue for depth perception, as it relies on the slightly different images received by each eye. The other options, like Relative Size and Texture Gradient, are monocular cues.

Front

Which attention-related phenomenon refers to the ability to focus on a single conversation in a noisy room?

Back

Cocktail Party Effect

Answer explanation

The Cocktail Party Effect describes the ability to focus on a single conversation amidst background noise, such as in a crowded room. This phenomenon highlights how selective attention allows us to filter out distractions.

Front

Which of the following is NOT a monocular cue for depth perception?
Interposition, Relative Clarity, Linear Perspective

Back

Convergence

Answer explanation

Convergence is a binocular cue, relying on both eyes to perceive depth. In contrast, interposition, relative clarity, and linear perspective are monocular cues, which can be perceived with one eye.