Question

Jason and Mark were talking in class, but so was everyone else. As they continued to discuss their day's adventures, it suddenly became clear to them that the teacher was staring at them. They hadn't realized that the class had been called to order and What was once only one conversation among many was now disruptive. Jason apologized quickly and the teacher resumed her normal activities. This situation illustrates What important aspect of perception?

A) A person's ability to detect a difference between two stimuli is absolute.
B) A person's ability to detect a difference between two stimuli is relative.
C) Men's perceptual filters are underdeveloped compared to those of women.
D) Adaptation is a common problem among younger people.

Answer 1

The situation illustrates the important aspect of perception known as adaptation.

Step-by-step explanation:

This situation illustrates an important aspect of perception known as adaptation. Adaptation refers to our brain's ability to filter out constant or repetitive stimuli, allowing us to focus on new or changing information.

In this scenario, Jason and Mark were engaged in their conversation and didn't realize that the class had been called to order. Their perception of the classroom environment and the ongoing conversations had become their new normal. However, once the teacher stared at them, it signaled a change in the environment, making their conversation disruptive.