The perceptual system adapts to:
A)constant levels of stimulation faster than it does to variable levels of stimulation.
B)changing levels of stimulation faster than it does to constant levels of stimulation.
C)unpredictable levels of stimulation faster than it does to predictable levels of stimulation.
D)rare occurrences of stimulation faster than it does to frequent occurrences of stimulation.

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The perceptual system adapts more quickly to constant levels of stimulation because when the sensory input is unchanging, the brain reduces its attention to that stimulus, allowing us to focus on changes or new stimuli in our environment. This is why, for example, we soon stop noticing the constant hum of an air conditioner.

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