Following exposure to a relatively intense stimulus:
A) Sensitivity to the stimulus increases
B) The perceived magnitude of the stimulus increases
C) Sensitivity to the stimulus decreases
D) Sensitivity to all other stimuli decreases

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Following exposure to a relatively intense stimulus, sensitivity to the stimulus decreases, a phenomenon known as desensitization or adaptation. This is a protective mechanism to prevent overstimulation.

Following Exposure to a Relatively Intense Stimulus