OB Perception Flashcard

Front

What is the origin of the word "personality"? Options: Greek word "person", Latin word "persona", French word "personne", English word "person"

Back

Latin word "persona"

Front

Which of these is an external factor influencing perception?

• Emotions
• Motivation
• Intensity of stimuli
• Personality

Back

Intensity of stimuli

Front

Why is perception considered an active process?

Back

Because we actively construct our perceptions

Front

What does Gestalt psychology explain about perception?

Back

Principles of perceptual organization

Front

If two people witness the same event and have different interpretations, what is the most likely explanation?

Back

Their internal factors influencing perception are different.

Front

How does the concept of "salience" relate to the selection stage of perception?

Back

Salience indicates what we pay attention to.