Why do we adapt after prolonged exposure to a constant stimulus?
A) so that we continue to respond to ongoing stimulation
B) so that we don't become distracted by irrelevant changes in the environment
C) so that we detect potentially significant changes in what is happening in our environments
D) so that we don't become overstimulated by the environment

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Adaptation allows us to filter out constant, unchanging stimuli that are irrelevant to us, freeing up our attentional resources to focus on potentially important changes in our environment. This is why our senses continually adjust to maintain sensitivity to more complex stimuli.

Why Do We Adapt After Prolonged Exposure to a Constant