Heather notes that it is always easier to understand her sister's speech when they converse on Skype as compared to conversing on the telephone. Her sister believes that the sound quality on Skype may be better than on her smart phone. However, Heather thinks about her Cognitive Psychology class and reasons that the phenomenon may be an illustration of

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The correct answer is D) the importance of visual cues in speech processing. This is because seeing the speaker's facial movements and lip movements can significantly enhance the listener's ability to understand speech, especially in conditions where the audio quality might not be optimal. This phenomenon is well-documented in cognitive psychology and explains why video calls can sometimes facilitate better understanding than audio-only calls.

Heather Notes That It Is Always Easier to Understand Her