Which of the following represents a good example of a proximal stimulus?
A)a book on a shelf
B)a tree in your yard
C)a building on the horizon
D)the retinal image formed by a tree

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A proximal stimulus refers to the patterns of stimuli from objects and events that actually reach your senses (e.g., eyes, ears, skin). It is the information our sensory receptors receive about the object. In this case, the retinal image formed by a tree is the proximal stimulus because it is the direct pattern of light hitting the retina, allowing the perception of the tree.

Which of the Following Represents a Good Example of a Proximal