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Perceptual Biases in Mapping

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What type of image is described in the text?

A painting by Jackson Pollock

A photograph of a Dalmatian dog

A random splattering of paint that looks like a Dalmatian dog (correct)

A realistic painting of a Dalmatian dog

How does the text suggest our perception can be influenced?

Through visual priming and familiar perceptual patterns (correct)

By the colors and shapes in an image

Through the use of optical illusions

By the artist's intentions when creating an artwork

What is the purpose of perceptual patterns or frames, according to the text?

To act as a mental shortcut and eliminate the need to constantly scrutinize our environment (correct)

To help us constantly scrutinize every detail of our environment

To prevent us from seeing objects that aren't really there

To make us see things exactly as they are, without any biases

What does the text suggest about our mental frames for familiar situations?

They bias our perception toward seeing objects and events expected in each situation Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential downside of mental frames?

They make us see things that aren't really there Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of a perceptual pattern or frame given in the text?

Expecting to see a stove and a sink in a kitchen Signup and view all the answers

What is the main concept being described in the given text?

Perceptual priming Signup and view all the answers

According to the example given, when shown a particular image, how would an insurance company manager perceive it?

As a row of buildings Signup and view all the answers

How would an advertising manager perceive the same image, based on the example?

As a single word Signup and view all the answers

What does the text suggest about the impact of priming on perception?

It influences what we perceive Signup and view all the answers

Which part of the image is likely to be neglected by someone primed to see building shapes?

The white areas between shapes Signup and view all the answers

What is the relatively famous example mentioned in the text, related to the concept of perceptual priming?

An image by R.C. Signup and view all the answers