When Clara interacts with her sister, Shirley, Clara's interpretations of Shirley's behavior and comments are influenced by preconceptions and expectations from their previous experiences. Which term describes this dynamic?
A)perceptual set
B)selective attention
C)divided attention
D)perceptual constancy
E)habituation

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Perceptual set refers to a tendency to perceive or notice some aspects of the available sensory data and ignore others, influenced by expectations, context, emotions, and other factors. In this scenario, Clara's interpretations of Shirley's behavior are shaped by her preconceptions and expectations, which is a classic example of how a perceptual set works.

When Clara Interacts with Her Sister, Shirley, Clara's Interpretations of Shirley's