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joblessjake

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Which theory of attention posits that selection occurs after all incoming stimuli have been identified?
 
  a) attenuation theory
   b) late selection theory
   c) early selection theory
   d) All theories of attention make this assumption.

Question 2

What is the purpose of shadowing?
 
  a) It is meant to inhibit visual attention.
   b) It is meant to make it difficult to process the attended message.
   c) It is meant to simulate as closely as possible how we actually do pay attention.
   d) It makes sure that the attended message really is attended.



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Answer to Question 1

Answer: b

Answer to Question 2

Answer: d



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