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According to Gregory's theory, how does experience influence perception?

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According to Gregory's theory, how does experience influence perception?.

  1. A.It has no influence.
  2. B.It shapes and alters perception.
  3. C.It only affects visual perception.
  4. D.It complicates the perception process.

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Gregory's Theory

Gregory's theory emphasizes the role of prior knowledge and experiences in shaping perception. The study by Haber and Levin supports this by showing how familiarity affects perception.

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    Define constructivist theory of perception

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