Based on the principles of sensory adaptation,which of the following would you expect to experience after being in a (somewhat)cold pool for several minutes?

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Sensory adaptation refers to the phenomenon where our sensitivity to a constant stimulus decreases over time. In this case, being in a cold pool for several minutes would result in sensory adaptation, meaning that we become less sensitive to the cold temperature and notice it less and less. This is why after some time in the cold pool, we may feel more comfortable and begin to acclimate to the temperature.

Based on the Principles of Sensory Adaptation,which of the Following