That you can select traffic signals from a background of neon signs and lights is an illustration of
A) sensory gating.
B) selective attention.
C) control biasing.
D) physiological nystagmus.

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Selective attention refers to the ability to focus on specific stimuli while filtering out others. In this case, the ability to select traffic signals from a background of neon signs and lights is a clear example of selective attention. The other options are not relevant in this context.

That You Can Select Traffic Signals from a Background of Neon