MCQs on the Sensation

A “silent” dog whistle takes advantage of a characteristic of sensory systems known as

Trichromatic theory states that there are three kinds of __________ in the eye.

After a musical concert that you enjoyed without distraction, a companion complains that she heard little of the music due to frequent shuffling and throat-clearing in the audience. The difference in your experience and hers is related to

Skin mapping indicates that

Visual acuity is best when

The cones of the retina

The iris controls the

Seeing out of the corner of your eye, often important in sports activities and driving, is called

A researcher presents two lights of varying brightness to a subject who is asked to respond “same” or “different” by comparing their intensities. The researcher is seeking the

The __________ theory explains how sounds up to 4000 hertz reach the brain.

One of the characteristics that all sensory systems have in common is

Brain cells that analyze incoming sensory information into lines, angles, shading, and movement are called

Which sensory receptor is found in greatest numbers in the skin?

A system is developed where a television camera produces an “image” of touch points applied to the back of a blind person. Such a system involves

The three small bones of the inner ear are called the

__________ is concerned with relating changes in physical stimuli to corresponding psychological sensations.

The pain-killing effects of acupuncture may be related to

New mothers who are emotionally depressed take longer than non-depressed women to recognize pictures related to pregnancy, birth, and babies. This is an example of

The three auditory ossicles are the malleus, incus, and the

Brain cells that analyze incoming sensory information into lines, angles, shading and movement are called