Cognitive psychologists acknowledge that mental processes are not directly observable to the eye, but assert that they ____.
A) are at least as important as unconscious processes
B) can be inferred from performance data
C) are still primarily the result of biological influences
D) cannot be indirectly observed either

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Cognitive psychologists believe that mental processes can be inferred from observable behaviors and performance data. While biological influences may play a role, cognitive processes are seen as distinct from unconscious processes, which are not consciously controlled. While mental processes themselves cannot be directly observed, cognitive psychologists use various methods to infer and study them indirectly.

Cognitive Psychologists Acknowledge That Mental Processes Are Not Directly Observable