Perception

1. Perception is considered a cognitive process because:
   

• 1. It involves thinking and reasoning

• 1. It is an automatic response

• 1. It does not require attention

• 1. It depends only on emotions

1. Why is perception crucial in communication?
   

• 1. It ensures messages are interpreted correctly
     

• 1. It does not affect how messages are understood
     

• 1. It makes communication unnecessary
     

• 1. It eliminates misunderstandings completely

   What is the first step in the perception process?

1. Which factor influences selective attention the most?
   

• Past experiences
  

• Personality
  

• The intensity of stimuli

• Cultural background

How do emotions influence perception?

• They have no impact on perception
  

• They can distort or enhance the way we see things

• They only affect memory
  

• They block sensory input

1. Why do two people perceive the same situation differently?
   

• 1. Different past experiences and expectations

• 1. Perception is always the same for everyone
     

• 1. Some people are more intelligent
     

• 1. One person is always right

1. Which of the following best describes how culture affects perception?
   

• 1. It has no effect
     

• 1. It shapes how we interpret social behavior

• 1. It only affects language skills
     

• 1. It makes all people think the same way

1. Which of the following factors can cause perceptual distortion?
   

• 1. Stress and emotions

• 1. High intelligence
     

• 1. Eating habits
     

• Exercise routine

1. Which of the following is NOT a personal factor influencing perception?
   

• Cultural background
  

• Past experiences
  

• Number of people in the room

• Personality

What is stereotyping?

• Making generalized assumptions about a group
  

• Observing individual traits carefully
  

• Ignoring categories
  

• Being open-minded