The grouping of parts of a complex acoustic signal into discrete auditory objects is called
A) Auditory streaming
B) Speech mode
C) Precedence effect
D) Categorical perception

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Auditory streaming refers to the process by which the auditory system groups together sounds that have similar acoustic properties, leading to the perception of discrete auditory objects. This can be demonstrated through the phenomenon of "auditory streaming," where a complex sound pattern can be heard as two distinct melodies when presented in a certain way. The other options (B, C, and D) are related to other phenomena in auditory perception, but are not directly related to the grouping of parts of a complex acoustic signal into discrete auditory objects.

The Grouping of Parts of a Complex Acoustic Signal into Discrete