At the orientation for first-year students, April felt overwhelmed by the number of people, the multiple conversations, and the forms that needed to be completed. April is experiencing _______________.
A) sensory adaptation
B) selective attention
C) sensory overload
D) perceptual constancy

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April is experiencing sensory overload, which occurs when there is an excessive amount of sensory input that exceeds the brain's processing capacity. This can result in difficulty processing information, feeling overwhelmed, and even physical discomfort.

At the Orientation for First-Year Students, April Felt Overwhelmed by the Number