The tendency of sensory systems to reduce sensitivity to a constant source of stimulation is called:
A)perceptual invariance
B)sensory interaction
C)perceptual assimilation
D)sensory adaptation

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Sensory adaptation refers to the tendency of our sensory systems to become less sensitive to a constant source of stimulation over time, resulting in decreased or even complete loss of responsiveness to the stimulus.

The Tendency of Sensory Systems to Reduce Sensitivity to a Constant