Processing sensory information

Question 1

What is top-down processing?

(3 points)

Answer 1

processing influenced by our schema (experiences) and perceptual set.

time efficient.

can be inaccurate.

Question 2

How is top-down processing applied to visual information?

Answer 2

we draw on our experience and expectations to shape our perceptions.

Question 3

What is bottom-up processing?

(3 points)

Answer 3

processing influenced by salient stimuli in the environment.

takes longer.

usually highly accurate.

Question 4

How is bottom-up processing applied to visual information?

Answer 4

we draw on salient sensory data to shape our perceptions.

Question 5

Similarities between top-down and bottom-up processing?

Answer 5

both are ways to perceive the world.

both are automatic and unconscious.