Sensation And Perception May 2026

Distinguishing an object (the figure) from its surroundings (the ground). Similarity: Grouping similar items together. Proximity: Grouping items that are close to each other.

Sensation provides the "bricks," while perception is the "architect" that builds the house. Together, they allow us to navigate and react to a complex, ever-changing environment. Sensation and Perception

The environment or surrounding stimuli can change how we perceive an object (e.g., a tall person looks average next to a professional basketball player). 5. Conclusion Distinguishing an object (the figure) from its surroundings

Starting with the individual pieces of sensory info and building up to a final image (data-driven). Sensation and Perception