Brian urgently needs a summer job to earn money for his fall tuition. Lately everywhere he turns he seems to be noticing "help wanted" ads. His increased awareness of ads that relate to his current needs is called:

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Perceptual vigilance is the heightened awareness of stimuli that are relevant to one's current needs or interests, such as Brian's increased noticing of "help wanted" ads due to his need for a job.

Brian Urgently Needs a Summer Job to Earn Money for His