Understanding Attention and Perception

Which of the following best describes the concept of selective attention?

• The ability to focus on multiple stimuli simultaneously.

• The ability to focus on one stimulus while ignoring others.

• The tendency to notice changes in the environment.

• The ability to remember recent information better than older information.

What is the Baader-Meinhof Phenomenon also known as?

• Change blindness

• Frequency illusion

• Cognitive distraction

• Selective attention

Which of the following scenarios is an example of inattentional blindness?

• Noticing a new word you just learned in multiple places.

• Missing a stop sign while focused on a conversation.

• Remembering the last item on a grocery list.

• Focusing on a lecture while ignoring side conversations.

How does motivation influence attention?

• It decreases the ability to focus on tasks.

• It increases the likelihood of cognitive distraction.

• It enhances the ability to focus on tasks of interest.

• It has no effect on attention.

Which of the following is an example of cognitive distraction?

• Focusing on a professor's lecture.

• Thinking about weekend plans during class.

• Noticing a new word in a book.

• Ignoring phone notifications while studying.

Why might someone experience the Baader-Meinhof Phenomenon after learning a new word?

• They are actively searching for the word in different contexts.

• Their brain is more attuned to noticing the word due to recent exposure.

• The word is suddenly used more frequently by others.

• They have a cognitive disorder affecting attention.

How can apps that filter content amplify the Baader-Meinhof Phenomenon?

• By reducing the frequency of content exposure.

• By showing a diverse range of content.

• By repeatedly showing similar content based on user interaction.

• By blocking all unrelated content.

What is a potential danger of selective attention?

• Enhanced multitasking abilities.

• Increased awareness of surroundings.

• Inattentional blindness.

• Improved memory retention.

Which of the following best illustrates the concept of change blindness?

• Failing to notice a new building on your daily route.

• Remembering the first item on a list.

• Noticing a new word in a conversation.

• Focusing on a task while ignoring distractions.

How does confirmation bias relate to attention?

• It causes individuals to ignore information that contradicts their beliefs.

• It enhances the ability to focus on multiple stimuli.

• It reduces the likelihood of cognitive distraction.

• It has no effect on attention.