The failure to perceive a fully visible but unattended visual object is called:
A) inattentional blindness.
B) change blindness.
C) attentional blink.
D) covert attention.

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Inattentional blindness refers to the phenomenon where an individual fails to perceive an unexpected stimulus that is in plain sight, simply because their attention was engaged elsewhere. This can occur even if the stimulus is important or distinctive, highlighting the limitations of human attention and awareness.

The Failure to Perceive a Fully Visible but Unattended Visual