While watching television, you generally tune out the commercials. However, when you see an advertisement about the car you just purchased and how great it is, your ears perk up and you watch the commercial eagerly. This is an example of ________.

A. selective attention
B. selective exposure
C. selective retention
D. selective interpretation


Answer: A

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