Which of the following sentences best describes the relationship between sensation and perception?
A) sensation is a strictly mechanical process, whereas perception is a cognitive process.
B) perception is an advanced form of sensation.
C) sensation happens in the senses, whereas perception happens in the brain.
D) sensation is detecting a stimulus, perception is interpreting stimuli detected.
E) sensation involves learning and exceptions, and perception does not.
Answer: D) sensation is detecting a stimulus, perception is interpreting stimuli detected.
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