Even though you have not placed every piece of a jigsaw puzzle in its correct location, you recognize the puzzle's overall scene based on the portion already completed. This is an example of ________.
A) top-down processing
B) bottom-up processing
C) vertical processing
D) horizontal processing

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Top-down processing involves using background knowledge to influence perception. Recognizing the scene of a jigsaw puzzle without having all pieces in place relies on this cognitive process, where your understanding of the overall picture helps you interpret incomplete sensory information.

Even Though You Have Not Placed Every Piece of a Jigsaw