alleryWhich cognitive process organizes and interprets sensory information?
AMemory
BLanguage
CPerception
DReasoning
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. Perception
1. Perception is the organization and interpretation of sensory information about the world.
2. Memory retains information and language handles communication, so neither interprets raw senses.
3. Reasoning draws conclusions from premises, which comes after sensing.
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